University of Padua

Founded in 1222, the University of Padua currently hosts over 70,000 students (2022), has 32 departments, and 8 schools. 
It founded the world's first university botanical garden in 1545, which since 1997 holds UNESCO World Heritage Site Status. 

Sustainability at the University of Padua

The university is committed to being sustainable in their education, research, and practices. They have created the Sustainable uniPadova project as a container and catalyst for initiatives aimed at sustainability.

Find below some key documents and initiatives from the University of Padua.

• Annual sustainability reports
• Annual carbon footprint reports
• Sustainability Commitments Charter (2023-2027)
• University Energy Plan (2022-2027) (italian)