Humboldt University Berlin

About

Humboldt University Berlin, founded in 1810, is a globally respected public research university guided by its core values of interdisciplinarity, academic freedom, and the unity of research and teaching. It serves about 34,700 students and has over 2,300 academic staff across its nine faculties, offering 170+ programmes in the humanities, social sciences, law, natural sciences, mathematics, life sciences, and medicine. Its research strengths lie in theoretical and applied natural sciences, sustainability science, digitalisation, cultural studies, and modern medicine. With historic campuses in Berlin-Mitte, Adlershof and other locations, HU Berlin maintains robust international partnerships and is part of Germany’s Excellence Initiative, emphasising global collaboration and scientific leadership.

Sustainability at Humboldt University Berlin

Humboldt University Berlin places sustainability at the heart of its mission, integrating ecological, social, and economic responsibility across research, teaching, campus life, and community engagement. The university encourages interdisciplinary learning through programmes like Studium Oecologicum and “Sustainability & Global Justice,” fostering critical reflection on climate, justice, and human-environment relations. Its governance includes a Sustainability Office, Climate Protection Management, and a Commission for a Sustainable University, all coordinating efforts toward becoming climate-neutral by 2030. These efforts align closely with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, promoting education, climate action, reduced inequalities, and responsible consumption.

More Information

Find more details on sustainability at Humboldt University Berlin on their Sustainability Office.