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PKU Delegation explores Sustainability Partnerships with FU Berlin
In August, a delegation from Peking University’s School of Government visited Freie Universität Berlin to learn about sustainability management and discuss opportunities to deepen cooperation in research and teaching.
Sep 01, 2026
Documentary film
The documentary film shows the measures implemented under the "FUturrad" funding project for a bike-friendly campus. Together with colleagues from the Technical Department, it presents locations across the various campuses with improved cycling infrastructure.
Aug 31, 2026
25 Years of Sustainability
New Sustainability Report Offers Fresh Ideas for Climate Action
Aug 25, 2026
Vote, Volunteer, Shape Tomorrow: The New NUN Newsletter Is Here
The Coordination Office for Nature, Environmental and Sustainability Education (NUN) Steglitz-Zehlendorf has published its quarterly newsletter for summer/fall 2026.
Aug 25, 2026
"Sowing Hope": FURIOS Features 16 Years of SUSTAIN IT!
FURIOS Features 16 Years of SUSTAIN IT!
Aug 24, 2026
Bringing Diversity and Sustainability Together
Sustainability & Energy Management Unit Receives Funding from the Diversity Fund
Aug 13, 2026
Reuse Instead of Throw Away: New Campus Walk on ReUse Offerings
How can sustainability be put into practice in everyday work life? On November 5, 2026, the Weiterbildungszentrum of Freie Universität Berlin is launching a new format: the campus walk "ReUse – Reusing, Repairing, Conserving Resources."
Aug 11, 2026
International Students Explore Sustainability on the Campus of Freie Universität Berlin
Around 20 students from South Korea, Brazil, the USA, China, and Mexico visited the campus of Freie Universität Berlin in early August as part of a guided tour on the topics of sustainability and climate protection at the university
Aug 07, 2026
Butterflies and Wild Herbs: A Walk Through Freie Universität Berlin's Blooming Campus
How is biodiversity faring on our own campus? That was the question a group of FU staff members set out to explore on June 16, 2026, during the walk "Butterflies on the Blooming Campus" — an event offered by the Weiterbildungszentrum and led by Dr. Rebecca Rongstock.
Jul 16, 2026
Bicycle Repair Workshops for FU Members
To mark European "Bicycle Day," the focus will be on this sustainable and eco-friendly mode of transportation. Two free repair workshops will be held on this day for FU members.
May 11, 2026
Mark your calendars > Sustainability in Higher Education Conference
From September 21 to 23, 2026 at Holzlaube Campus Dahlem, Berlin
Mar 31, 2026
Information on Closing Time 2025/26 (20th December to 4th January)
Due to the current budget situation and the potential savings in electricity and heating costs resulting from the timing of Christmas and New Year this year, the buildings of the FU Berlin will be closed during the academic holidays.
Nov 26, 2025
Info talk on the 5th FUturist call for proposals | October 23, 12:30-1:00 p.m.
To support you with your application for the 5th FUturist call for proposals, we invite you to attend a digital information session on October 23.
Oct 10, 2025
Online-Info lunch session on DFG applications on September 16 from 1:00 to 1:30 p.m.
Since March 2024, applicants have been asked in the application guidelines and forms to “reflect on ecological sustainability aspects in the planning and implementation of research projects.”
Sep 09, 2025
Promoting biodiversity on campus
Eleven European universities from nine countries came together at Freie Universität from february 19th-21st to share information about existing biodiversity measures and monitoring projects on their campuses.
Apr 16, 2025
Join Us: Una Europa Lecture & Panel Discussion on Biodiversity Monitoring
Freie Universität Berlin invites you to a special Una Europa Lecture and panel discussion on biodiversity monitoring, taking place on Thursday, February 20, 2025.
Feb 03, 2025
Una Europa Online Community Event: Innovative Educational Formats for Sustainability
When? January 29, 13:00–15:00 CET Where? Online Who? Open to educators, researchers, and university stakeholders from the Una Europa community and beyond Registration Deadline: January 24, 2025 Register here
Jan 13, 2025
