
Escuela de Sostenibilidad
Grow professionally while improving society with your knowledge. Study at the first school of sustainability in Spain.
Build your future at the School of Sustainability
The School of Sustainability at Universidad Europea is the first university center in Spain dedicated to training the professionals who will lead the green economy. A benchmark space that brings together education, industry, and values to deliver excellence in education.
With more than 10 years of experience in sustainability, and as the first private university in Spain to achieve ISO 14001 certification across its three campuses, Universidad Europea prepares its students with a 360º vision and a practical methodology focused on professional development.
At the School, you will study alongside leading experts through a tailored methodology that ensures a comprehensive education focused on advancing your career. Now is the time to begin a rewarding and successful path while actively contributing to building a better world for future generations.
Become a professional capable of tackling environmental and social challenges with real, transformative solutions from your area of expertise.

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More than 2,500 students trained, with a 95% employability rate within the first 12 months.
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Students from more than 22 countries, reflecting the international nature of the School.
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Bachelor's degrees, Master's programs, Doctorates, and proprietary degrees.
Escuela de Sostenibilidad: Be part of the change
Innovative training for sustainable solutions
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- Develop strategic and technical competencies to design and implement sustainable solutions alongside active industry professionals.
- Earn international certifications and strengthen your profile with Microsoft as a Technological Partner in Artificial Intelligence, integrating advanced tools and technologies into your learning experience.
- Access complementary training designed to enhance your professional profile, including expert‑led webinars and specialized courses in key areas of sustainability.
- Reinforce your learning through the On&On methodology, collaborating with leading companies on real mini‑projects across different sustainability fields and their professional applications.

Direct connection with the green industry
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- Access highly employable qualifications in the green sector, designed to meet real market demand and backed by strong industry partnerships.
- Leverage our network of strategic partners to ensure training connected to real projects and professional opportunities in a rapidly growing job market.
- Immerse yourself in our podcast Voces con ECO, where leading companies such as Google, L’Oréal, IKEA, Parques Reunidos, Urbaser, and Ecoembes share their success stories and sustainability strategies.
- Take part in our Job Days, where top companies in the sector present new career opportunities, seek qualified candidates, and foster professional networking.

Immersive professional experiences
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- Experience sustainability from a global perspective by participating in Sustainability Week, through activities, workshops, and initiatives led by industry‑leading companies.
- Join the Sustainable Innovation Challenge, collaborating with international universities such as Universidad del Rosario and UTPL to address real challenges proposed by top companies.
- Embark on unique international trips to exclusive ecosystems thanks to our global agreements with prestigious universities and organizations, immersing yourself in practical, global, and real‑world learning.
- Visit the facilities of leading companies in the sector and apply your knowledge in real environments, discovering how top organizations operate and develop their sustainability strategies.

Real impact and sustainable leadership
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- Become part of the first School of Sustainability in Europe and join an international community committed to sustainable transformation.
- Study at a university ranked among the TOP 10 Spanish institutions with the greatest social impact according to THE Impact Ranking, 2nd in SDG 3 and 5th in SDG 17, and backed by ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications.
- Join a School awarded the Premios Excelentes of the Community of Madrid and the Sustainability Actions 2025 Award, recognizing us as an environment of excellence, impact, and leadership in sustainability.
- Draw inspiration from alumni who have achieved international recognition, such as María Jesús Puerta, awarded by NASA for a pioneering project focused on creating lunar “recyclers.”

Your sustainable future starts here
At Universidad Europea’s Escuela de Sostenibilidad you’ll not only become an expert in sustainability but also become a leader to transform it into a reality. Are you ready to make the difference?

Our programmes
From the classroom to success: Their stories


Solve real cases in our Sustainability Clinic
- Solve case studies with our partners such as IKEA, Sodexo, Logopost, Recover, International Paper, among others.
- Research focused on Sustainability and CSR.
- Training activities for students, focused on Sustainability and CSR.

The School Logbook is a quarterly publication by the Escuela de Sostenibilidad at Universidad Europea. An editorial compass to explore today’s dilemmas and rethink the role of education on a changing planet.
Each edition opens with a powerful question and brings together voices, resources, and ideas that invite us to think in new ways. If you’re interested in sustainability, future-ready learning, and the real challenges we face as a society, subscribe to receive it directly in your inbox.
The Logbook:
thinking about the future from today
Check out the latest posts of the Logbook
Projects and Research
The Alumni Forest project is an initiative that seeks to involve the Universidad Europea Alumni Community in reforestation and environmental conservation. Each of the Alumni FOREST trees is a seed that helps to make the planet greener.
SIGMA (Integrated Environmental Management System) is an initiative launched in 2002 to transmit to the University Community a work philosophy based on awareness and commitment to the environment.
This Environmental Management System made Universidad Europea the first Spanish higher education institution to be certified according to the UNE-EN-ISO 14001:2004 standard.
In 2010, Universidad Europea reinforced its Healthy Campus policy with measures that promote healthy living and respect for the environment, after being the first Spanish university to certify its university campus with environmental management measures. This project is the University's commitment to contribute, through training and awareness-raising, to promoting an educational environment that reinforces positive behaviour and attitudes among the university community, making the institution a benchmark for its commitment to improving health and quality of life.
From Universidad Europea, we present an initiative of Santander Universities: Explorer. It is a 100% digital programme, with a practical approach based on social learning dynamics, which will help you to validate an idea and turn it into a sustainable business.
Escuela de Sostenibilidad Award for Best Final Degree Project and Master's Thesis
The Escuela de Sostenibilidad recognizes academic excellence over the last five years with an award designed to highlight the best Final Degree Projects (TFG) and Master's Theses (TFM) related to sustainability.
With a total prize fund of €3,000, this award promotes the talent of students and alumni who have demonstrated a transformative commitment to the major challenges of the 2030 Agenda.
Consult the legal terms and conditions to find out how you can participate and where you should send your project.
Annual Sustainability Innovation Challenge
We invite you to participate in the II Annual Sustainability Innovation Challenge, a unique opportunity to demonstrate your talent and creativity in solving real environmental challenges.
This exciting challenge will allow you to collaborate with peers and faculty, develop innovative solutions and present your ideas to a panel of experts. Not only will you test your skills, but you will also actively contribute to building a greener and more responsible world - don't miss this opportunity to be part of the change!
Check out all the details and join the challenge.

Rankings and certifications

QS Stars
International recognition for excellence in teaching, online learning, employability, social impact, diversity, governance, and contribution to economic development.

THE (Times Higher Education)
Universidad Europea ranks third among private universities in Spain according to the prestigious Times Higher Education rankings.

CYD Ranking
Third position in the CYD Ranking, standing out particularly for its international orientation and results well above the national average.

THE Impact Rankings
Ranked among the world's top 300 universities for social impact and sustainability, placing in the Top 5 in Spain and the Top 2 among Spanish private universities.

Leadership in the SDGs
Ranked among the world's Top 100 institutions in Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3), Climate Action (SDG 13), Gender Equality (SDG 5), and Quality Education (SDG 4), holding leading positions in Spain.

ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 Certifications
Recognition of the institution’s commitment to sustainability, environmental management, and occupational health and safety.

IELA Award
Recognition for excellence in teacher training, promoting the integration of competencies aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Sustainability Actions Award 2025
Recognition for the creation of Spain’s first Escuela de Sostenibiliday, a benchmark in sustainability education and ecological transition.

Premios Excelentes
Award recognizing Escuela de Sostenibilidad for its contribution and impact in the field of corporate and social sustainability.