Ongoing projects
Currently running projects of the Green Office
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Implementation of the sustainability strategy
In December 2023, the sustainability strategy de, which was created in a broad participation process, was adopted. Now it is time to implement the various measures. The Green Office is responsible for communication of the strategy and presents it to various university committees. We also keep an eye on the current status of implementation.
Organization of the Senate Working Group on Sustainability
The Senate Working Group on Sustainability meets every two months to discuss new developments and strategic aspects in the area of sustainability at our university. The Green Office is responsible for the preparation of the meetings.
Sustainable Project Checks
Students often have good ideas for a more sustainable university, but lack the necessary financial resources. With the project checks, student projects in the area of sustainability at the university are funded with up to 1,000€. Furthermore, the Green Office will support with organizational questions.
Further information on the projects that can be funded this year can be found here.
Restructuring of the Ernst-Abbe-Platz
Ernst-Abbe-Platz is a central place for students in Jena. In the summer months, however, it overheats a lot and offers little quality of stay. As part of the federal program "Adaptation of Urban Spaces to Climate Change", the Ernst-Abbe-Platz shall be redesigned. The wishes and needs of university members are to be given special consideration. In cooperation with the city of Jena and the Department of Construction and Facility Management, we are currently working on a participation process for the university members.
Sustainable event management
Currently we develop a guide for the implementation of sustainable events. This includes a checklist and practical tips that facilitate the consideration of environmental and social sustainability at university events.
Nesting boxes on the university campus
Birds are an important part of our ecosystem. For example, they help regulate the insect population. Currently, almost half of the breeding birds living in Germany are endangered. The Friends and Patrons of the Friedrich Schiller University Jena donated 30 nesting boxes to provide a safe nesting place for endangered bird species. These will be attached to trees in the botanical garden.