Cooperation project circular economy

2025-01-23 The transition to a circular economy is one of the key challenges of our time—while also offering immense opportunities for innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness. We invite regional businesses to participate in a cooperation project with Leuphana University Lüneburg.

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Exchange and Networking - In the cooperation project on circular economy, students develop scientifically based solutions for real-world challenges.

Challenges an solution approaches

How Can Your Company Leverage the Potential of the Circular Economy While Tackling Key Challenges Such as Rising Raw Material and Energy CostsIn May and June 2025, companies from Lüneburg and the surrounding region will have the opportunity to collaborate with dedicated bachelor’s students from Leuphana University in a practical seminar to develop innovative solutions to this challenge.

Possible Questions

  • What economic and ecological potential does the circular economy offer for your company?
  • How can circular economy practices help your company achieve its sustainability and climate goals?
  • How can circular economy practices boost your company’s innovation potential?

     

Value for companies

  • Cooperation with interdisciplinary students
  • Networking with regional businesses

  • Exchange with experts from academia

Timeline

  • 28. February 2025:Registration deadline for interested companies 

  • March 2025:Selection of partners 

  • May & June 2025:Collaboration between partners and interdisciplinary students 

  • 18. June 2025:Presentation of project results & networking event at Leuphana University’s Central Building 

Background

The project is supervised by experts from the Centre for Sustainability Management, (CSM) at Leuphana University, led by Prof. Dr. Stefan Schaltegger. It is part of the Innovation Community “Sustainable Production,” which focuses on promoting sustainable innovation and collaboration.

Register now!

Sign up directly with Dr. Julia Benkert by February 28, 2025. When registering, you can also specify a specific challenge your company is facing. We are happy to assist with any questions or further information.

Kontakt

  • Dr. Julia Benkert