Sustainability
From eco-conscious printing to movement sensors, the UvA is investing in sustainability. Students and staff expect the University to create conditions that will enable them to work sustainably and contribute to the reduction of CO2 emissions. In turn, the UvA expects a commitment to the improvement of sustainable corporate operations. Moreover, sustainability has been given a prominent place in teaching and research programmes.
Below is a list of recent UvA news related to the theme of sustainability. Via the left-hand navigation, you can find out more about how the UvA incorporates sustainability into its teaching, research and operational management.
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What is the best sustainable idea of 2011-2012?
12 Mar 2012
On Monday, 19 March, University Professor Louise Fresco will present the Sustainable University Award 2011-2012 to the employee or student responsible for the best and most creative idea in terms of promoting ...
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'Energy from an unexpected angle' wins Sustainable University Award
21 Mar 2012
On 19 March 2012, UvA employee Theo van Lieshout won the Sustainable University Award 2011-2012 for his project Energie uit onverwachte hoek (Energy from an unexpected angle). The winning idea seeks to utilise heat ...
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UvA starts trial run for more efficient production of biofuel
22 Mar 2012
On Friday, 23 March, the University of Amsterdam will open the first Photanol test production plant. The facility’s purpose is to test and design the best mass production method for the new biofuel Photanol.
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Grant for three UvA projects concerning sustainable urban areas
11 Apr 2012
Three research projects of UvA academics will receive a grant as part of the research programmes Urban Regions in the Delta and Sustainable Accessibility of the Randstad organised by the Netherlands Organisation for ...
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Invitation to participate in ‘Combining disciplines in sustainability research’ seminar
23 Oct 2012
Solving the issues of sustainability is one of the key areas of focus for the University of Amsterdam (UvA) and the city of Amsterdam. It is also a key area globally, with the European Union identifying ...
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Louise Fresco criticises European distrust of genetic modification
27 Feb 2013
The leading scientific journal 'Science' has published an editorial by University Professor Louise Fresco. In the article, Fresco argues that Europe has a lack of confidence in genetically modified (GM) food. This ...
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Louise Fresco named honorary member KIVI NIRIA
25 Mar 2013
Prof. Louise Fresco has been appointed honorary member of the Royal Institute of Engineers in the Netherlands (KIVI NIRIA). In his speech, Martin van Pernis, president of KIVI NIRIA, expressed his appreciation for ...
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Students ask for ‘fossil-free’ UvA and HvA
13 May 2013
On Thursday, 2 May, on behalf of the UvA-HvA Executive Board, Vice-President Paul Doop took delivery of a letter in which students ask the Executive Board to cease investing in fossil-fuel energy companies.
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