The sustainable university
Leiden University is very aware of its role in society. Good scientific research and teaching are crucial for a safe, healthy, sustainable, prosperous and just world; this is one of the premises of the University's 2015-2016 Strategic Plan 'Freedom to Excel'. You can read in this dossier about how Leiden University handles its responsibilities in the areas of sustainability and the environment.
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How can we make Leiden a really 'healthy university'?At the initiative of several of its professors, Leiden University has joined the international Healthy Universities network. Surrounded by space hoppe...
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There could be surprises at the Healthy University workshopsFrom exercises for working more healthily to practical tips about getting a good night's sleep. Students and staff who take part in the Healthy Univer...
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Inspiring and scientifically proven health advice at 'Healthy University' daysLeiden University is the first Dutch university to join the Healthy Universities international network. Lifestyle workshops, rewards for good behaviou...
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Transition to renewable energy requires more space - but it will be much cleanerTo generate renewable energy takes more space than one might think. New research by environmental scientist Paul Behrens and master's student John van...
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2017 editions of annual report and sustainability report publishedLeiden University's 2017 annual report has now been published. This year for the first time the University has also published a separate sustainabilit...
