SDG – Sustainable Development Goals

The strategy is based on the widely accepted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which provide a globally recognized framework for developing a more sustainable society.

About SDG

The Sustainability Strategy of the Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE) for 2025-2030 results from the cooperation of many actors aware of the crucial importance of sustainable development and its systematic integration into all aspects of the University’s operations. The approach of VŠE is based on the conviction that sustainability should not be perceived as a merely associated activity but as a fundamental element that will become the long-term core of all activities of our university, regardless of specific projects. Sustainable development presents a slew of challenges, but it also opens many opportunities.

Sustainability has become a megatrend, particularly in the last decade, significantly impacting the global economy. The European Union is a world leader in environmental policies and is actively shaping the economic and regulatory environment through instruments such as the EU Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS), the Green Deal for Europe initiative or the “Fit for 55” package.

Knowledge and understanding of sustainability principles are key competencies in preparing future economists, managers, and entrepreneurs for their careers. VŠE graduates who can integrate these principles into the decision-making processes of organisations will be better prepared for the demands of the changing labour market and will gain a significant competitive advantage.

The Sustainability Strategy emphasises the University’s active involvement in addressing environmental and social challenges. This approach will improve the overall impact of VŠE in these areas and enhance its prestige nationally and internationally. Last but not least, an active approach to sustainability will help to meet the standards of prestigious international accreditations and improve the position of VŠE in global university rankings where it is already listed.

Based on dialogue with relevant stakeholders, VŠE is aware of its potential to contribute to sustainability in many areas and through various mechanisms.

Key pillars of the Strategy include operations, education, research and the broader university community. Embedding sustainable development principles permanently in all these areas is impossible without their full adoption into the ethos of the University. This process will be supported by an adequate organisational structure, as well as amping up its capacity in line with this Strategy.

The Prague University of Economics and Business can contribute to sustainability through direct and indirect influences. Direct influence consists of applying sustainable principles in the operation and implementation of all activities of the University, for example, by increasing energy efficiency, responsible management of resources and waste, and further minimising the ecological (carbon) footprint. Indirect influence stems from guiding academic community members through education, focusing research on sustainability issues, creating an inspiring environment and leading by example. This approach has been confirmed through dialogue with stakeholders, which revealed that they consider it essential that VŠE acts according to its stated values.

The Strategy is based on the widely accepted UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which represent a globally recognised framework for developing a more sustainable society, therefore reference to the SDGs is an integral part of the Strategy.

Our research which supports Sustainable Development Goals.

The Sustainability Strategy of the Prague University of Economics and Business for the period 2025 – 2030 has been created thanks to the cooperation of many actors who are aware of the key importance of sustainable development and its integration into all areas of VŠE. Today, the topic of sustainability has a major impact on the global economy. Understanding and applying it in practice is therefore important for future economists, managers and entrepreneurs. The University believes that sustainability is not just an additional activity, but a fundamental principle that should be a natural part of its activities in the long term.
The full strategy includes a vision, 5 strategic areas, 37 objectives and 137 actions. It is implemented through annual action plans.

UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The Strategy is based on the widely accepted UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which represent a globally recognised framework for the development of a more sustainable society, and reference to the SDGs is therefore an integral part of the Strategy.

VŠE has prioritised certain SDGs according to extensive stakeholder dialogue. In particular, key goals are considered to be: 4: Quality Education and 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth.