Università di Brescia considers sustainability a fundamental value and a shared responsibility. It guides its decisions towards the pursuit of well-being from a cross-cutting and intergenerational perspective, integrating environmental, social, economic and ethical dimensions into teaching, research and the management of spaces, in order to meet the needs of the present without compromising those of future generations.
Università di Brescia is a member of the Network of Universities for Sustainable Development (RUS), established by the Conference of Italian University Rectors (CRUI), whose primary aim is “to promote a culture of sustainability both within and outside universities.” Università di Brescia holds the presidency of the Network for the 2025–2027 term.
The Plan lies at the heart of Università di Brescia’s efforts to implement the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations 2030 Agenda. With a focus on teaching, research and the management of university spaces, the University promotes a responsible and inclusive environment while strengthening the relationship between people and the local area.
The University Sustainable Development Plan 2018–2022 will remain in force until the new Plan, which is currently being drafted, is approved.
Through its Sustainability Reports, prepared with reference to national and international standards, UniBs reports on its achievements and engages the community in its commitment to building a sustainable future.
In line with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations 2030 Agenda, Università di Brescia, through the active contribution of all its constituent bodies, is committed to developing projects aimed at reducing the University’s environmental footprint, improving the quality of its spaces, and promoting responsible lifestyles, social inclusion and the reduction of inequalities. In pursuing these goals, it actively engages both the University community and the local area.
17 Goals in 17 Seminars
Università degli Studi di Brescia is the first university to organize an entire series of events dedicated to the goals of the UN 2030 Agenda, which will guide the United Nations’ efforts to improve people’s well-being over the next 15 years.
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For the 2025–2027 term, Università degli Studi di Brescia will chair the Coordination Committee of the Italian Network of Universities for Sustainable Development (RUS).
Professor Carmine Trecroci, a faculty member at Università degli Studi di Brescia, is President of RUS.
For the 2024–2026 term, Università degli Studi di Brescia and Politecnico di Torino are the co-host institutions of SDSN Italia.
Professor Michèle Pezzagno, a faculty member at Università degli Studi di Brescia, is Co-Chair of SDSN Italia.