Campus life

What do we want?

Our common goal is to create a green campus that combines sustainability and quality of life. We therefore want a campus with a friendly atmosphere, brightness, tranquillity and openness, where the university's various stakeholders enjoy spending time. With its green, open, safe and functional design, it facilitates encounters and promotes joint learning, both within the TU Dresden community and with civil society. The aim is to create a dynamic and future-oriented campus that meets the needs of current and future generations of students, teachers and staff.

Where do we want to go?

TU Dresden's green campus is characterized by a large number of green spaces and the active use of sustainable energy concepts. The public areas are generously planted and roofs and facades are either greened or equipped with solar panels. A sufficient number of comfortable, including mobile, seating areas are available in the green spaces. Some of these are covered and offer protection in bad weather. There are sufficient workstations - even for larger groups of people - with power connections. The water supply is guaranteed throughout the area, with permanent water dispensers installed at central points. There are freely accessible toilets in all public facilities. The campus is car-free (park-and-ride facilities are available for drivers). All buildings and areas can be reached quickly and safely by public transport, bicycle or on foot in the interests of sustainable mobility. This also includes a bicycle-friendly infrastructure. There are fixed, covered bicycle stands at every building, as well as repair and pumping facilities at central locations.

The atmosphere on campus is bright, inviting, quiet and open. The buildings with study rooms can be used 24 hours a day (e.g. access via chip cards). Otherwise, all study rooms are easy and uncomplicated to access. Air conditioning and good lighting conditions ensure a pleasant indoor climate in the buildings. The pathways and usable areas are also well lit.

The university promotes a healthy lifestyle among its members. For example, apples are provided free of charge at internal events. A beverage supply with easy access to good coffee, tea and water is also guaranteed.

Sustainable construction is key for all facilities and buildings. The use of environmentally friendly building materials is a top priority for new buildings and renovations. The same applies to the expansion of renewable energy sources on campus to ensure a sustainable energy supply.

Accessibility is ensured in all areas of the campus - both physically and digitally - to ensure an inclusive learning and working environment. Sufficient space and resources will be created at the university to promote research and innovation projects, particularly in relation to environmental technologies, sustainable developments and digital education.

How do we achieve this?

• Making the core zones of the campus car-free, i.e. turning streets into cycle paths, creating green spaces (e.g. in collaboration with landscape architects from TU Dresden); striving for sustainability, also in terms of water consumption and animal welfare
• Integration of green roofs and green facades or solar panels on buildings to generate energy
• Installation of solar energy systems and other renewable energy sources on campus
• Install tables and chairs on every (larger) lawn area
• Firmly anchor and cover bicycle racks
• Lay power lines
• Install water dispensers
• Cooperation with regional farmers
• Integrate environmentally friendly building materials and energy-efficient systems into new construction projects
• Renovating existing buildings in line with sustainability standards
• Implementing energy-saving measures, such as energy-efficient lighting and heating systems
• Redesigning campus areas to ensure barrier-free access for all people
• Implementation of accessible digital platforms and online resources

The implementation of these measures requires close cooperation between the university administration, Faculties, student representatives and other stakeholders. A comprehensive plan and clear communication are crucial to successfully implement the desired changes.