We address current ecological and societal challenges by proposing cutting-edge approaches and bold solutions for a more sustainable future. Our researchers explore innovations that allow for economic growth while preserving the environment, thereby contributing to a circular and responsible economy.
Innovative Sustainability
Research institutes
Expertise Center for Climate Extremes (ECCE)
Our Center of Expertise on Climate Extremes (ECCE) performs research and proposes services on the forecast of climate extremes and their impacts as well as the assessment of the risks associated with climate extremes in the current and future climates.
This interdisciplinary center is based at the Faculty of Business and Economics (HEC Lausanne) and at the Faculty of Geosciences and Environment (FGSE).
Website: www.unil.ch/ecce
Enterprise for Society (E4S)
E4S is a partnership between UNIL, through HEC Lausanne (UNIL-HEC), the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) and EPFL. Its mission is to help society overcome its challenges and lead the transition to a more resilient, environmentally friendly and inclusive economy.
Many HEC Lausanne researchers who are members of E4S initiate, lead and/or participate in the centre's research work from different angles.
Website: www.e4s.center
Research Center for Grand Challenges
Organised around the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals, our research and teaching centre brings together its various experts to find solutions to the world's major challenges.
Website: www.unil.ch/hecgrandchallenges
