Research for Goal 7
The University of Padua recognizes and supports research activity on the different themes of sustainability, in line with Goal 7 for sustainable development of 2030 UN Agenda, guaranteeing its freedom and full development while maintaining a multidisciplinary approach.
For this purpose, the University promotes collaboration among its internal structures and with other bodies and institutions, both in the national and international context, through the establishment and animation of research centers, interdepartmental centers, laboratories, observatories and scientific poles.
Research centers
Circular Economy Center – Waste, Materials and Sustainability – CEWMS
The CEWMS Study Center carries out different activities related to circular economy and environmental sustainability, such as interdisciplinary research related to the minimization, management, recovery and valorization of resources; technical and scientific support in developping activities for agencies and enterprises, also with reference to statistical monitoring methodologies and information database; national and international fundraising for research development; education and promotion of the culture of circular economy.
Interdepartmental Centre “Giorgio Levi Cases” for Energy Economics and Technology
The center aims to promote the cultural and scientific debate on issues related to energy sources, their transformation, distribution and use, favoring and economically supporting opportunities for meetings and collaboration of the research groups involved, within the University of Padua.