23 October, 2025

The consortium of the Erasmus+ funded project GET-AHED hosted a major international conference, "Advancing Sustainability in Higher Education," at Munster Technological University (MTU) on October 20–21, 2025.

The event marked a significant milestone for the GET-AHED (Green Education and Transition – A Higher Education Digital Buddy) initiative. The project's primary mission is to empower Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across Europe to navigate the "green transition" through a suite of innovative digital tools.

A Platform for Institutional Change
Central to the conference will be the unveiling and demonstration of the GET-AHED platform, which includes three core components:
• HE Green Assessment: A self-assessment tool providing actionable insights for universities to measure their sustainability performance.
• HE Green Training: A curriculum designed for students, staff, and management to foster green skills.
• HE Green Zero: A resource library focused on helping campuses reduce energy consumption and transition toward net-zero targets.

Expert Insights and Global Networking
The two-day program features a robust lineup of keynote speakers and academic paper sessions. Highlights include:
• Keynotes: Prof. Mark O’Hara (EAIR & Advance HE), Henriette Stoeber (European University Association), and Verena Rohlf-Liszt (University of Applied Sciences Burgenland).
• Opening Remarks: Expected from MTU President Maggie Cusack.
• Thematic Sessions: Discussions will range from behavioural change and digital tools for student development to strategic institutional frameworks for embedding the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Accessible and Hybrid Participation
Reflecting the project's commitment to accessibility and sustainability, the conference was free of charge for all attendees. It was hosted in a hybrid format, allowing for in-person participation, as well as virtual attendance for international participants.

About GET-AHED: GET-AHED is an Erasmus+ funded project coordinated by WPZ Research. It aims to provide digital solutions that enable EU higher education institutions to implement green transition priorities and improve their overall sustainability performance.

Rebecca Robinson

Hincks Centre Researcher