2025 Esade Sustainability Week

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With Silvia Flórez (Founder), Prof. Alicia Ortega and Prof. Rosa Mª Reig

Also on-line: Link Zoom: https://esade.zoom.us/j/95594557685 
ID de reunión: 955 9455 7685

The session will be held in Spanish
After the session we will share an appetizer with all attendees.

The Vipeika Foundation is the path to honor the purpose of its founder, “to bring light to those living in darkness,” through nutrition and education in areas of extreme poverty in Africa.

About Vipeika:
The Foundation focuses on SDG 2 (eradicating hunger) and SDG 4 (quality education). In many African regions, hunger and malnutrition hinder children’s education. Without proper nutrition, children struggle to concentrate and face long-term health issues.

This presentation will showcase their programs integrating food education in schools. Through workshops, they empower children and families to understand healthy, sustainable eating. We’ll discuss how education drives social change.

Walking allows us to meet nature, creating a bond of care and respect towards it. This walk will give us the opportunity to walk from the Barcelona Campus to the Sant Cugat Campus, through the Collserola Natural Park. It will take approximately three hours. The return to Barcelona will be by train from the Sant Cugat station.

Activity open to the entire community.

To attend, please register via the following link before February13th

For more information, please contact: identityandmission@esade.edu

Organized by Oikos – Student organization focused on promoting sustainability in economics and management education.

Registration and more information: paulaxinzhi.abanades@alumni.esade.edu

Event Details: We will meet at Sup Spot Barceloneta, run 5km along the beachfront and then finish back at Sup Spot. Storage is available at Sup Spot for belongings, and we have access to free paddle boards for use after the run if people wish to. A Million Metres is a community exercise project, set up with the aim of encouraging people to be active throughout February. Participants can sign up through the website for free, and each time they go out and exercise they can ‘contribute’ their metres of movement to a collective total displayed on the website. The aim is to reach 1,000,000m of collective movement by the end of February. As well as the positive benefits of the exercise and community formed around the challenge, for every 25,000m of movement the participants will gain one entry into a prize draw with various different prizes available. 

Charity Website: www.amillionmetres.co.uk/february-challenge

For more information contact: guy.locke@alumni.esade.edu +44 7732 322215

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The session will be held in Spanish.

At the age of 19, a young Esade student was diagnosed with a chronic digestive disease that completely altered his life and his professional career. Far from giving up, he found in this adversity the spark to undertake an ambitious digital health project: MiMIAT Health, a free platform designed to improve the lives of chronic patients. Behind this initiative is Suraj Kumar, a former ESADE scholarship student (2017-2022), with a BBA degree and a master’s in Marketing Management. In his talk, Suraj will share a story of resilience and how an unexpected diagnosis can drive innovation and the creation of an ambitious project. His goal is clear: to make healthcare systems inclusive and accessible to everyone, regardless of each patient’s economic situation. With his experience, he aims to inspire young people - still in the classrooms - to undertake not only for profit but with a real purpose of social impact. 

Don’t miss this inspiring story; it will surely change your perspective! Event organized in collaboration with the Esade Language Center. 

Programs: BBA, GEL, MSc

Subjects: German, French, English, Spanish (Esade Language Center)

The objective of this activity is to raise awareness about the environmental cost of clothing manufacturing and the fashion business.

The students of the MSc in Sustainability Management will organize a large collection of second-hand clothing during Esade Sustainability Week. German, French, English and Spanish classes from different programs will welcome students of this Master's degree, natives of the language taught, to discuss and debate this topic. They will also be invited to participate in the collection.

When will the event take place? Monday 02/17 and Tuesday 02/18

Where? In several classrooms on the Sant Cugat Campus

We are delighted to invite you to a special internal event for our employees, dedicated to celebrating the progress we have made in sustainability over the past few years. This event is not only a testament to our collective efforts but also an opportunity to recognize and congratulate the individuals and teams who have made these achievements possible.

Let us come together to celebrate our successes, acknowledge the hard work and commitment of our colleagues, and inspire each other to continue striving for excellence in sustainability.

Registrations here

The Blue Economy offers a transformative path to sustainable development by harnessing the economic potential of oceans, seas, and coastal resources while safeguarding their long-term health. This debate will explore its opportunities and challenges, focusing on its impact on global development, biodiversity, and the livelihoods of those who depend on marine ecosystems.

Organized by Oikos student association and Prof. Ariadna Dumitrescu of the Economics, Finance and Accounting department at Esade.

Registrations here

This event will be held in Spanish

The Esade Chair of Leadership and Sustainability presents the first results after a year of research working on its EESG Model, which aims to place people at the center of business management. Àngel Castiñeira, Director of the Chair, and Carlos Cortés, Principal Investigator of the project, will present the model and the main conclusions of research that has involved the participation of companies, organizations, and experts in responsible talent management.

Programs: BBA, GEL, MSc

Subjects: German, French, English, Spanish (Esade Language Center)

The objective of this activity is to raise awareness about the environmental cost of clothing manufacturing and the fashion business.

The students of the MSc in Sustainability Management will organize a large collection of second-hand clothing during Esade Sustainability Week. German, French, English and Spanish classes from different programs will welcome students of this Master's degree, natives of the language taught, to discuss and debate this topic. They will also be invited to participate in the collection.

When will the event take place? Monday 02/17 and Tuesday 02/18

Where? In several classrooms on the Sant Cugat Campus

Screening of Eating Our Way to Extinction (35-min version)

What if the single largest driver of climate change, deforestation, species extinction, and ocean dead zones could be traced to one industry? Eating Our Way to Extinction is a groundbreaking documentary that reveals how industrial animal farming is at the heart of our planet's most urgent environmental crises. Narrated by Kate Winslet, the film takes you from the burning Amazon rainforest to polluted seas, exposing the devastating toll of animal agriculture on ecosystems, communities, and global health. Based on scientific evidence, with testimony from worldwide researchers, this documentary challenges us to rethink our relationship with food and sparks hope for a flourishing future.

Following the screening, engage in a 20-minute panel discussion featuring professors, activists, and students. Together, we'll explore the role of animal farming in driving environmental degradation, the ethical and social implications of our food system, and actionable steps we can take to create a more sustainable and equitable future.

Who should attend: This event is open to everyone in the university community, including students, staff, and local residents who want to better understand the critical connection between food, the environment, and our future.

Reserve your spot today and join the conversation that matters!

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This event will be held in French

The objective of this activity is to introduce French students to the Fusion Point and the various projects they carry out (courses, challenges, methodology, research, etc.). They will discover how interdisciplinary teams work on projects that have a social impact on society. Additionally, they will be able to see some of the prototypes of the projects carried out by the students.

After conducting their research in class, the students will attend a presentation in French by Laura Bellorini and Imma Rueda and visit the Fusion Lab and other spaces on the Rambla of Innovation. Based on the information received during the presentation, the visit, and their questions, the students will transfer this knowledge and their experience to other French students from another program.

Evento principal de la SW25 en Madrid

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This event will be held in Spanish

The Esade Chair of Leadership and Sustainability invites you to the event “El papel de las personas trabajadoras en la sostenibilidad empresarial' where prof. Angel Castiñeira and the invited speakers will focus on the importance of people in the context of sustainability.

Invited Speakers:

· Óscar Gutiérrez, Director of CSR, Sustainability, and ESG at Randstad
· María Escribano, Director of Internal Communication and Employee Experience at Leroy Merlin
· María Jesús Villa, Director of Sustainability and EESG at NTT Data
· Ana Sainz, General director of Fundación Seres
 

This event will be held in Spanish

Dr. David Velázquez Vioque. Profesor asociado senior, Esade Law School.

In this event, Professor David Velázquez will hold a dialogue with Laura Ricart Rius, Prosecutor of the Specialised Section on Urban Planning and the Environment at the Barcelona Public Prosecutor’s Office, regarding environmental and urban planning offences before the High Court of Justice of Catalonia. Drawing from practical experience, they will examine the main challenges in combating environmental crime, its limitations, safeguards, shortcomings, and potential improvements, as well as the coordination with other national and international mechanisms for environmental protection. Ultimately, the discussion will assess the effectiveness of criminal law as a tool for sustainability, based on real-life cases and critical issues arising from the exceptional significance of this field.

En el presente acto, el profesor David Velázquez dialogará con Laura Ricart Rius, fiscal de la Sección Especializada en Urbanismo y Medio Ambiente de la Fiscalía de Barcelona, sobre los delitos medioambientales y urbanísticos ante el Tribunal Superior de Justicia de Cataluña. Desde una perspectiva basada en la experiencia práctica, se abordarán los principales retos en la lucha contra la criminalidad medioambiental, sus límites, garantías, deficiencias y posibles mejoras, así como la coordinación con otros mecanismos nacionales e internacionales de protección del medioambiente. En definitiva, se analizará la eficacia del Derecho penal como instrumento al servicio de la sostenibilidad, tomando como base casos extraídos de la práctica diaria y cuestiones críticas derivadas de la extraordinaria relevancia de esta materia.

Evento principal de la SW25 en Barcelona

Join Michael Pirson and Donna Hicks in a thought-provoking conversation on Leading with Dignity, exploring how honoring human value is key to building sustainable organizations. Learn how dignity-centered leadership fosters thriving teams, ethical practices, and long-term resilience. Part of Sustainability Week, this event connects leadership and sustainability for a better future.

Speakers

· Daniel Traça, Director General of Esade
· Donna Hicks, Associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs, Harvard University
· Michael Pirson, James A.F. Stoner Chair for Global Sustainability at Fordham University

Registrations here

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Madrid is making an effort in decarbonizing its public transport and improving air quality. Both the 360​​strategy and the municipal transport company of Madrid are betting on sustainable infrastructure and an energy transition of the fleet. This involves the electrification of the fleet, the implementation of circular economy strategies and the adoption of new technologies such as the construction of an on-site hydrogen plant that will support several lines of buses powered by hydrogen. These strategies seek to achieve a zero-emission fleet by 2033.

Hybrid event
Room: 103 New Esade Madrid Campus
Registration Link (online or In Campus): https://forms.office.com/e/0y6pWkJRux
Link Zoom:  https://esade.zoom.us/j/98175642724

Snack will be offered to the attendees during the event.

Organized by students of Master in Sustainability Management.

During the film, all attendees will be invited to a refreshment.

Registration  https://forms.office.com/e/nBRzzwAVwx

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NC9EvQX1Hk

About this film: https://beyondzerofilm.com/about-this-film/

Green Horizons presents an inspiring and deeply optimistic narrative about the importance of creating businesses that prioritize environmental restoration. It emphasizes the urgent need to rethink our economic systems to foster global and personal well-being. Don’t just watch this documentary; integrate its insights into your organization immediately. 

Cleaning activity in the beach organized by Oikos– Student organization focused on promoting sustainability in economics and management education

Registration and more information: paulaxinzhi.abanades@alumni.esade.edu

The Regenerative Retreat Model, exclusive for participants of the Executive Masters, is the reference model designed for the business world and business in BCorp and sustainable companies. We will present the regenerative leadership style based on the values of the Jesuit tradition, the origin of Esade's educational excellence.

Event Details: We will meet at Sup Spot Barceloneta, run 5km along the beachfront and then finish back at Sup Spot. Storage is available at Sup Spot for belongings, and we have access to free paddle boards for use after the run if people wish to. A Million Metres is a community exercise project, set up with the aim of encouraging people to be active throughout February. Participants can sign up through the website for free, and each time they go out and exercise they can ‘contribute’ their metres of movement to a collective total displayed on the website. The aim is to reach 1,000,000m of collective movement by the end of February. As well as the positive benefits of the exercise and community formed around the challenge, for every 25,000m of movement the participants will gain one entry into a prize draw with various different prizes available. 

Charity Website: www.amillionmetres.co.uk/february-challenge

For more information contact: guy.locke@alumni.esade.edu +44 7732 322215

Sustainable finance - the process of taking Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations into account when making investment decisions-  is channelling public and private investment in transitioning to a climate-neutral, resource-efficient and fair economy. By adopting sustainable investing one can generate long-term positive returns while proactively taking steps to limit the impact of unsustainable practices on society and the environment.

As more investors consider integrating ESG goals in their portfolio strategies, the assets under management in socially responsible funds have grown dramatically in recent years. According to a study by Deloitte, ESG funds will make up for more than 50% of the professionally managed  investments by 2025.

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From February 17 th to March 17 th – Online

We encourage you to join the Mobility Challenge through the Ciclogreen App, a challenge that will help demonstrate our commitment to the environment and improve our sustainable mobility habits. During this period, each journey made in a sustainable way, such as walking, cycling, or using public transport, will bring us closer to achieving the challenge’s goal and contributing to a cleaner planet.

Objective: Accumulate 100 cycles with your activities to complete the challenge and you will have the opportunity to participate in the draw to win one of the five gift cards for sustainable products from the Esade store, valued at €100. The winners will be randomly selected through the app, and their names will be announced on March 18th.

How to participate:
1. Access the Ciclogreen app. Use Esade code to join “esadewin”
2. Activate the option to record your sustainable activity before starting each journey.
3. Start moving sustainably and track your progress!

More information: monica.collantes@esade.edu

Join the challenge and help transform lives in Mozambique!

• 3rd of March to 30th of April 2025
• Online platform
• Participate in Spanish or English
• In teams or individually
• Available to the Esade community : alumni, students, PAS, professors, etc.
• The winning project will be implemented by Ayuda en Acción

Collaborate with the social enterprise Mapiko, a project of Ayuda en Acción and Esade Alumni

Build innovative proposals to help Mapiko, an agricultural cooperative, reach more farmers, diversify production lines, improve resilience to economic and environmental changes, achieve financial sustainability and ensure food security in rural communities in Mozambique.

Join to solve real challenges and make a difference in this community.

REGISTER HERE!

For more information, contact nailateresa.quintana@esade.edu