German Resource Portal for Sustainable Development

Explore real-world solutions for a sustainable future in higher education

The Good Practice Collection by netzwerk n is a growing database of case studies that showcase successful approaches, projects, and structures promoting sustainability and sufficiency at universities across Germany.

This resource features practical examples from areas such as governance, teaching, campus operations, research, and community engagement. Each case is presented in a clear and consistent format to support easy adaptation at other institutions.

Launched in 2020, the first themed collection highlights how sufficiency—living well within limits—is already being practiced at rural universities. These examples offer fresh ideas on how to bring this often-overlooked sustainability strategy to life with creativity and purpose.

The initiative encourages universities to rethink sustainability beyond efficiency and technology, and instead consider deeper transformations for a more just and resilient future.

Learn more and explore the collection: netzwerk n – Good Practice Collection