There are many people working together to make the University of Bonn more sustainable, thus gradually advancing it further.

Dr. Dirk Günnewig, State Secretary in the Ministry of Culture and Science of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, came to the University of Bonn on Tuesday to find out about the work that it is doing in its capacity as a University of Excellence. His visit focused on the University’s strategy for the future and its commitment to sustainability across the board.

The University of Bonn joined two major sustainability alliances in 2021.

All 38 Studierendenwerk buildings at the University of Bonn have been powered exclusively by green electricity since January 1, 2022, which will mean roughly 1,000 tons less in CO2 emissions each year.

You can now read the Bonn University Magazine in a paper-saving digital format. Under the title "Sustainable & Connected", you will learn about many other exciting topics as well as about various actors involved in sustainability at the University of Bonn.

Participation and informal education for sustainable shopping and eating behavior are the goals of the project NEiS: Sustainable Nutrition in Everyday Study.

Sustainable coffee enjoyment with LogiCUPs. Since 2018, the Studierendenwerk Bonn has been using reusable cups instead of disposable ones.

From T-shirts and hoodies to mugs and stationery, the University of Bonn’s Campus Store stocks all kinds of different things for students and fans of the University. The products, which have been designed specially for the University, are made by the Cologne-based agency WE ARE CAMPUS. Located right by the University of Bonn Information Desk, the Campus Store sells a collection that is truly unique, being both stylish and sustainable.