Dortmund’s two major universities and the Studierendenwerk invite you to Sustainability Week, taking place from June 22 to 25, 2026, at their respective locations. Over four days—from Monday to Thursday—the program will focus on sustainable everyday living for students and anyone else interested.
Organized by the sustainability offices and the General Student Committees (AStA) of Fachhochschule Dortmund and Dortmund Technical University, as well as the Dortmund Student Services Organization, Sustainability Week offers a mix of workshops, activity stations, and information booths. Most of the program will take place on the shared campus of the TU and FH on Emil-Figge-Straße. All events and information are available online: www.fh.do/nachhaltig(Opens in a new tab)
Some highlights of Sustainability Week 2026:
- Sustainability Fair on Monday, June 22, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the foyer of the Studierendenwerk (Vogelpothsweg 85): From regional products to exciting initiatives, there are plenty of ideas and inspiration for a more sustainable lifestyle.
- On Tuesday, June 23, starting at 10 a.m., the KreativFlohMarkt will take place in front of Emil-Figge-Straße 50, including a seed and plant swap: Browse, swap, sell—students get a free booth, and used items get a second chance.
- The “MachBar!” on Wednesday, June 24, is a creative workshop focused on sustainability and practical DIY ideas. An overview of all workshops is available on the website.
Less, more efficient, better
“Less, more efficient, better. That works in all areas of life,” says Laszlo Küster, energy manager at Fachhochschule Dortmund. “What matters at the beginning isn’t the number of steps, but their direction—by consuming fewer resources, using them more efficiently, and sourcing them from renewable sources.”
Sustainability Week brings students, lecturers, and staff together on campus “to think about sustainable solutions and develop ideas for implementing them,” emphasizes Nina Hänisch from the Sustainability Office at TU Dortmund. It creates space for exchange and raises awareness of environmental and social responsibility.
“Sustainability shouldn’t be an abstract concept for students; rather, it should be something they can experience in their everyday lives,” add Rico Heber and Anisha Kapali from the Sustainability Office at the Dortmund Student Services Organization. “During Sustainability Week, we’ll show how small decisions about housing, food, or campus life can collectively make a difference.” The Studierendenwerk will offer sustainable meals in its dining halls throughout the week.
Sustainability Week is free and open to anyone interested.