Third RWTH Sustainability Report

RWTH Aachen University Sustainability Report

Sustainability at RWTH is gaining momentum and is woven into every aspect of university life—from research and teaching and learning to university operations. A significant milestone in our journey toward a more sustainable future was the launch of the RWTH Sustainability Strategy. Beginning in 2026, our sustainability reporting will primarily reflect the goals and initiatives laid out in this strategy.

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Professor Ulrich Rüdiger, Rector of RWTH, stands in front of a glass wall. He is wearing a dark blue suit, a white shirt and a red tie. He smiles into the camera.

Foreword from the Rector

I am pleased to present the third RWTH Sustainability Report. This publication reaffirms our ongoing commitment to advancing sustainable development across all areas of university life. For the first time, it also outlines our progress in implementing the RWTH Sustainability Strategy.

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A layered pie chart with three levels. These get smaller from bottom to top and are each subdivided. An arrow with tips pointing up and down runs through the middle of the. The top arrowhead points to the Sustainable Development Goal 17 Partnerships for the goals. The lower level, titled Biosphere, is divided into four equal sections showing 4 goals: 15 Life on land, 14 Life below water, 6 Clean water & sanitation, and 13 Climate Action. ¬ The middle level Society is divided into eight equal sections. These are Goals 1 No poverty, 11 Sustainable Cities & communities, 16 Peace, justice & strong institutions, 7 Affordable & clean energy, 3 Good health & well-being, 4 Quality education, 5 Gender equality, and 2 Zero Hunger. The upper level Economy is divided into four goals: 8 Decent work & economic growth, 9 Industry innovation & infrastructure, 10 Reduced inequalities and 12 Responsible consumption & production.

Report Profile

The report profile presents the objectives and impact, structuring and references, report boundaries, and the organizational units and individuals involved.

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