Samenvatting

"The project ThüLeNa focuses on integrating sustainability topics into engineering studies across multiple universities in the German state of Thuringia. Asynchronous, digital modules offered as electives are complementing the pre-existing curricula, thus allowing for a state-wide exchange of knowledge, transdisciplinarity in engineering disciplines, and a greater selection of possible subject matter for engineering students. In addition, completing modules amounting to 15 ECTS allows students to obtain a certificate that signals a deepened engagement with sustainability from an engineering perspective and that will enhance future employment opportunities. ThüLeNa may thus provide a customizable blueprint for integrating sustainable engineering and energy topics as a micro credential into various engineering disciplines within the European university system and in doing so prepare a new generation of engineers for current and future sustainability challenges."