Sustainability Week 2024

Join us for an engaging debate as we delve into the critical impact of current political dynamics on the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development! We’ll kick off the session with an insightful overview of how politics shape global cooperation and influence the advancement of sustainable development.

But that's just the beginning! We invite you to actively participate in three dynamic rounds of debate, each centered around a thought-provoking motivational question.

This session is held in collaboration with the IE Debate Club and the IE-Elecnor Observatory on Sustainable Compliance Cultures, and your voice matters! Bring your ideas and perspectives to the table as we tackle these pressing issues together. Let’s inspire change and work toward a sustainable future!

Join a participant-centered conversation on the impacts of the fashion industry on culture and the environment and dare yourself to join a circular challenge!

Biodiversity collapse is a critical environmental issue, with habitat loss being a key driver. Insects play a vital role in our ecosystems, from controlling pests to pollinating plants. By creating a bug hotel using free materials, you can support these essential creatures. Unleash your creativity and artistic flair while having fun and making a meaningful impact!

Come and meet Ocean Born on campus to learn about the importance of the ocean and how different skills and disciplines can contribute to its protection and restoration. Join one of the 4 panels exploring the role of various industries in the protection of our oceans.

Ocean Born's mission is to protect what we love by fighting against climate change. They raise awareness and empower citizens while creating sustainable revenue streams to restore and safeguard the ocean. Their vision is a healthy blue planet that benefits all life on Earth, guided by the belief that every action, no matter how small, can make a difference.

• Advocacy, Coalition-Building, and Policymaking
• Storytelling and Community-Engagement
• Funds Driving Positive Change
• Conscious Fashion

Come meet STX Group, a leading global environmental commodity trader and climate solutions provider. For over 25 years, STX teams continue to be at the forefront of the global transition toward a low-carbon economy. They leverage their long-standing expertise in accurately pricing pollution and emissions, which helps cultivate trust in market-based solutions to the decarbonized economy.

If you are interested in environmental commodity trading, climate solutions, sustainable projects, and investment, this is your event!

• In-Person
• Online

Join us for the Volunteerism Fair organized as part of Sustainability Week! 🌿 Engage in local initiatives in Segovia and make a real impact! 🌍

📅 When? Wednesday, 9th of October 2024
📍 Where? Cloister in the Segovia Campus

This is your chance to get involved, make an impact, and connect with the local community of Segovia through exciting volunteer opportunities. 🤝✨

Meet inspiring NGOs such as the Red Cross 🚑, Aida Books📚, and Cáritas❤️! These are just a few of the incredible organizations you can connect with during the Fair!

Ready to make a difference? Come out, meet amazing people, and find the perfect cause for you. Together, we can create positive change! 💪🌎

We are thrilled to invite you to a special event showcasing the inspiring climate leaders researched by participants of the 2024 RAIA Summer Research Program! During June and July, our students explored the lives, impact, and leadership styles of some of the world’s most influential figures in the fight against climate change. Now, they will share their insights with you.

Join us as we dive into the profiles of these remarkable climate leaders:

. Mia Mottley – Prime Minister of Barbados, leading small island nations in climate resilience
- Nemonte Nenquimo – Indigenous leader from Ecuador, championing the protection of the Amazon
- Carlos Manuel Rodríguez – Costa Rican former Minister of ENVIRONMENT
- Sonam Phuntsho Wangdi – Bhutan’s voice for climate action and sustainable policies
- Hage Geingob – President of Namibia, steering environmental policy in Africa
- Sheikh Hasina – Prime Minister of Bangladesh, addressing climate vulnerability in South Asia

This event promises to be a unique opportunity to learn about these leaders' transformative efforts to tackle the global climate crisis and to gain inspiration from their visionary leadership.

Come and join us at the Careers Day on Sustainability & Social Impact!
A day to get enlightened on your job search for impact & purpose.

Companies and organizations working in the field of sustainability will come to IE Campus to show what they do, how they do it, and how you can end up working with them.

Do not miss this opportunity to learn, discover and network!

Student check-in will begin at 13:45 pm.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

• General ticket (no bus)
• General ticket + Bus from Velázquez Campus to IE Tower - 12:00 pm
• General ticket + Bus from Velázquez Campus to IE Tower - 1:00 pm

The itinerary Art and Sustainability: Social Challenges from the Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection is conceived to encourage sustainable thinking with the permanent collection of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in Madrid. Throughout the itinerary, you will notice that the works have been selected based on aesthetic-experience criteria interrelating art and sustainable development in terms of ecology, economy, and society.

Join us for an exciting journey into the world of sustainable travel and tourism! Hosted by the IE Center for Social Innovation & Sustainability, this event has been crafted especially for students eager to explore purposeful travel, intercultural exchange, and the intersection of remote work and sustainability. Expect inspiring talks, an interactive fireside chat, and a hands-on interactive activity to equip participants with the tools to drive change in the tourism industry! Network with forward-thinking professionals and entrepreneurs while building practical skills to integrate sustainability into your future travels and career!

ZOOM LInk: https://ieuniversity.zoom.us/j/94486097872

• In-Person
• Online

Boost your career potential and expand your network! Get real-world insights from sustainability leaders in different areas! Ready to take your future to the next level?

Ask Me Anything Session: Green Tech – IE Entrepreneurship Club

Join us for an exclusive Ask Me Anything session focused on Green Tech, where sustainability meets innovation! This is your chance to dive deep into the world of eco-friendly technologies that are transforming industries and shaping a greener future. Whether you're passionate about clean energy, sustainable startups, or reducing environmental impact through technology, this event will provide invaluable insights from industry experts.

Engage in a candid conversation with founders and thought leaders in the Green Tech space. Learn about the challenges and opportunities in launching a green startup, navigating sustainability regulations, and scaling innovative solutions that make a positive environmental impact.

Whether you’re looking to start your own Green Tech venture or just curious about the future of sustainable innovation, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Join us for a transformative experience combining guided meditation with insights on sustainability, and discover how human sustainability and overall well-being can enhance your longevity.

• Presencial
• Online attendees

Join Fashion Club at IE Sustainability week for for an upcycling journey in our sewing, crocheting, and decorating workshop. Get tangled up in the world of upcycling and transform your rags into riches! Teaching supplies will be provided, but we encourage you to bring your own clothes and fabrics to give them your personal touch.

Join this dialogue to learn, on the one hand, about the functioning of international discussions on climate change and, on the other hand, to resolve any doubts you may have about the Conference of the Parties (COP), held under the umbrella of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).

ZOOM Link: https://ieuniversity.zoom.us/j/93354965908

• Attendee (In-Person)
• Attendee (Online)

An exclusive networking session to meet fellow sustainability supporters, exchange ideas, and explore ways to make a meaningful impact at the IE community! Join us and get to meet the Student Sustainability Committee and how to collaborate with us during the Sustainability Week!