Earth Month 2026

IEU Library – Guillermo & Michèle de la Dehesa is celebrating Earth Month with a curated selection of books on sustainability, available both in print and as eBooks.

You can visit our exhibition across all three library locations: María de Molina 31 Bis in Madrid, Segovia, and the Creative Campus.

We also invite you to share your Earth Month messages to help raise awareness and inspire others to take better care of the environment.

The Guillermo & Michèle de la Dehesa Library has introduced a new Sustainability & ESG filter in the E-resources and Databases section to support research and teaching in this rapidly evolving field.

This feature allows you to quickly identify databases that provide specialised ESG data, sustainability reports, rankings, and academic content. Simply visit the E-resources and Databases page and apply the Sustainability & ESG filter to refine the list of resources, then access each database directly for your searches.

Disclaimer: Event directed only to students of the School of Architecture and Design

As part of Earth Month, the Fashion Design program invites you to participate in a collective planting event that brings sustainability into practice through design.

This initiative builds on the project initiated at Campus Cardenal Zúñiga, where we began cultivating dye-producing plants as a natural and renewable source of color. Now, we are relocating and expanding selected species into our Creative Campus, creating a living resource that will be accessible to our school community.

By growing our own dye plants, we aim to reduce reliance on synthetic processes and reconnect design with ecological systems. This garden will serve as a long-term, sustainable source of natural pigments for academic projects, encouraging experimentation with environmentally responsible materials and methods.

The event invites students to actively contribute to this evolving ecosystem—planting, learning, and engaging with the full cycle of creation, from soil to textile.

Join us in building a shared space where sustainability, material research, and creativity grow together.

🌿 Join us for the Climate Fresk organized as part of Earth Month!

✋ Curious about climate change but don’t have time to become a scientist? This is your chance to dive in!

🌎 This collaborative workshop turns climate science into a fun, interactive game. Discover the key causes and consequences of climate change, work together to connect the dots, and leave empowered to take action!

📅 When? Wednesday, March 29th
📍 Where? V-502, Velázquez 130, Madrid Campus

💡 By understanding the problem, you’ll be ready to help shape the solutions. Plus, you’ll be part of a worldwide community of over 1 million people already taking part in the climate transition. 🚀

♻️ Ready to play your part? Come along, meet like-minded peers, and start your climate journey with us! 🤝✨

Get ready to look at the Sky Summit! 🔭🌠

Organized by the Student Government in collaboration with the Outdoors Club, SDG Club, and the Student Sustainability Committee, this adventure kicks off on April 30th with a scenic 6–7km sunset hike through the stunning landscape toward the CAME observatory.

Once we finish the hike, association Hespérides will lead us through an immersive two-part experience: first, we'll dive into the mythology of the constellations and learn the importance of protecting our dark skies from light pollution, followed by a breathtaking stargazing session using professional telescopes.

We will be back to the aqueduct by 1:30 AM. All you need to bring is comfortable shoes for walking and some warm clothes for the night. 

Join us for a collective planting session in María de Molina patio's garden and contribute directly to strengthening biodiversity and green spaces at our campus. 🌿🌱

Step into a creative journey where nature becomes inspiration! In this immersive workshop, participants will explore the art of botanical printing, transforming leaves, flowers, and organic textures into unique visual compositions.

Guided by a mindful approach to observation, you’ll learn how to reinterpret the natural world through artistic expression, capturing its forms, patterns, and subtle details. Using sustainably sourced materials and eco-conscious techniques, this experience invites you to slow down, connect with your surroundings, and create with intention.

No prior experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to explore.

Second Life at IE invites you to be part of a more conscious way of consuming, one rooted in sharing, reuse, and community.

Through an open-air marketplace, this initiative creates a space where belongings can find a new purpose. Items you no longer need can become useful to someone else, extending their life while reducing waste.

Join us to explore how simple exchanges can contribute to a more circular IE Community! Whether you’re looking to share, find, or just learn more, this is an opportunity to engage with a community rethinking the way we use resources, together.

Connect with our Mindful Movement, while Sharing a Special Sunrise for Earth Day on Tuesday 21st of April.

Meeting point is our IE Athletics Centre (IE Tower), 7.15am for a memory to store forever.

We will jog around Parque Norte together, capture the sunrise and practice some breathwork, in one of the nicest spots in North Madrid. Afterwards we will be set perfectly for the day and week ahead and celebrate our event with a chat over some coffee to round it off.

Have you ever wondered if true luxury could come from the most unexpected places? What if we could turn everyday waste into beautiful, durable materials and build a more sustainable future in the process? Join us for a hands-on workshop with Fruitful, a grand award-winning venture born from a desire to merge innovation with environmental responsibility. We transform landscape waste, like grass, into vegan leather, reducing carbon footprints and promoting animal welfare.

In this interactive session, you will:
• Discover the science behind upcycling and how waste can become a valuable resource.
• Explore the journey from a simple idea to an innovative product that addresses real-world environmental challenges.
• Engage with the materials and see firsthand how sustainability can be both beautiful and practical. Learn how you can contribute to a circular economy and make a positive impact.

This isn't just a workshop; it's an invitation to rethink our relationship with resources and join a movement toward a greener, more conscious world. Come get inspired and see the future of sustainable fashion! ✨♻️

Have you ever wondered how you could improve things around you? How you could create an impact for the common good?

At the Sustainability Office our goal is to promote initiatives that encourage the importance of community, the environment and human connection.

This is why we gather at the Sustainability Townhall to listen to proposals from our community, for our community. The space where we assess the things that can be improved, and the solutions that foster positive change.

Everyone at IE – students, faculty, staff and alumni - can participate by presenting proposals for projects they will lead that positively impact the campus community or the cities of Madrid or Segovia. Presentations can be either in-person or online, and proposals will be accepted until April 15th, 2026.

Even if you are not presenting a proposal, we invite you to come, listen and be inspired!

Approved proposals will be funded up to 1.000€ (depending on evaluation, budget and feasibility).

SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL THROUGH THIS LINK

We are looking forward to seeing you there and hearing your ideas!

Join School of Architecture and Design for the Final Pitch Event of the second annual Sustainability Challenge! Our interdisciplinary teams have been working to develop their business concepts to convert agricultural and urban wastes into products. The winner of the pitch competition will go on to participate in the IEU Venture Labs program.

Following a welcome from Professors Matan Mayer and Taryn Mead, the pitch competition will begin, followed by a cocktail while we await the judges decision. Join us and support your fellow students!

This event is a day trip that focuses on the historical, and environmental significance of the Cave of Enebralejos, a protected prehistoric site. The trip highlights the importance of preserving both cultural heritage and natural environments.

Have you ever wondered if true luxury could come from the most unexpected places? What if we could turn everyday waste into beautiful, durable materials and build a more sustainable future in the process? Join us for a hands-on workshop with Fruitful, a grand award-winning venture born from a desire to merge innovation with environmental responsibility. We transform landscape waste, like grass, into vegan leather, reducing carbon footprints and promoting animal welfare.

In this interactive session, you will:
• Discover the science behind upcycling and how waste can become a valuable resource.
• Explore the journey from a simple idea to an innovative product that addresses real-world environmental challenges.
• Engage with the materials and see firsthand how sustainability can be both beautiful and practical. Learn how you can contribute to a circular economy and make a positive impact.

This isn't just a workshop; it's an invitation to rethink our relationship with resources and join a movement toward a greener, more conscious world. Come get inspired and see the future of sustainable fashion! ✨♻️

• Morning Slot | 11:00 - 13:00
• Afternoon Slot | 15:30 - 17:30

Ready to turn waste into something valuable? In this interactive workshop with Professor Peer Timmers, you’ll learn practical, easy-to-follow composting techniques for home. Bring your own kitchen and garden scraps, build your compost on-site, and leave with your own bin.

Join us for an interactive and engaging workshop designed to explore how our current use of natural resources impacts the planet, and what we can do about it.

Through a collaborative “collage” activity, participants will work together to understand the limits of our current economic model and discover how circular economy principles can help create more sustainable systems.

In this fun, science-based workshop, you will:

- Understand the limits of our current use of natural resources
- Explore practical solutions and collective actions to build a circular economy
- Act by identifying concrete steps individuals, organizations, and communities can take today

This workshop combines learning, collaboration, and creativity to help participants rethink how resources are used and imagine a more sustainable future.

Campus Bloom Day is a community-driven event where students, faculty, and staff come together to plant pollinator-friendly plants across the IE Tower garden. By creating vibrant habitats for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, we contribute to biodiversity and a greener environment.

​​​​​​​Join us for a day of hands-on gardening, learning, and making a lasting impact on our campus ecosystem! 🌷🌼🐝

Join this 1rst tuesday of the month mindfulness practice at IE Tower, open to students, faculty and staff. This is an invitation to take a mental break, regain balance, and learn how to use mindfulness to bring your attention back to the present moment and manage stress.