International Summer School on Sustainability

Noble Banadda International Summer School on Sustainability

The 4th Summer School on Sustainability i3s will focus on climate protection measures and sustainability. By collaborating with international experts and utilizing interactive learning methods, participants will gain new knowledge and skills related to technical solutions for reducing our ecological footprint.

The 4th edition of the Summer School will bear the name Noble Banadda International Sustainability Summer School, in recognition of an extraordinary individual who significantly contributed to the success of the SophiA project proposal – the EU-funded initiative that led to the creation of i3s.

In 2025, the HKA Karlsruhe and OST – Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences will host the International Summer School on Sustainability, inviting students from various disciplines and countries to exchange ideas and learn from one another.

The host for 2025 will be OST – Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences in Rapperswil-Jona. The campus is located directly on Lake Zurich in the charming town of Rapperswil, known for its historic castle and its surroundings, which invite exploration and outdoor activities.

Topics and Highlights from the Program: 

• Sustainability (Promotion and Implementation)
• Environmental Engineering
• Renewable Energy: Solar, Water, Wind
• Energy Storage
• Sustainable Cooling and Heat Pump Technology
• Clean Water
• Water Technology Workshop
• Technologies for the Global South
• EU Project SophiA
• Dragon Boat Racing
• Barbecue with Live Music
• Visits to the OST Campus and Laboratories

Excursions are also planned, and there will be plenty of time for shared activities and networking.

Cost:
CHF 100.- for the week, including the registration fee, seminars, excursions, accommodation, and meals.

Transport to/from Rapperswil is your own responsibility.

With generous financial support from:

Advansor