Shaping our future – Sustainability in the Department of Physics
Sustainability
At the Department of Physics, we take on our responsibility to society. We would like to contribute a fair share in fulfilling the goals of the Paris Agreement of 2015 towards net-zero CO₂ emissions. On this path, we shall shape our research such that it can be conducted successfully and sustainably in the long run.
In order to realise these aims, the Department of Physics installed a working group on CO₂ emissions. The outcome of the working group is a detailed report with a catalogue of actions which was endorsed by the Department with an 85% majority of votes on 2 October 2020. The measures focus on the use of videoconferencing tools, climate-friendly travelling for academic exchange as well as improving awareness for sustainability issues.
- Our own conferences and workshops will be held at least in a semi-virtual mode in the future which will allow participants and speakers to attend the event without having to travel.
- Department members travel by train to conferences at nearby European countries.
- The Department has agreed on ambitious goals towards a progressive reduction of its CO₂ emissions until 2025.
A more detailed presentation and further information are provided on the Department website. We welcome further collaboration with other departments and networking with the international community on this topic.