OBS Sustainability
Committed to sustainable development
At OBS we know that education is the engine that drives us towards a more conscious and responsible future. For us, sustainable development is a commitment rooted in our educational philosophy and we strive to educate leaders equipped with the skills and knowledge to make ethical and sustainable decisions.
We are proud to be recognised at PIR for integrating the principles of sustainability into all aspects of our teaching and empowering our students to become agents of positive change.
Objectives
At OBS we develop different actions and initiatives that actively contribute to the achievement of the following Sustainable Development Goals defined by the United Nations General Assembly and included in the 2030 Agenda:
Alumni Talks
In this episode of Alumni Talks, our former students chat about companies that have implemented strategies to promote social and environmental improvements.
Green Week
The Green Week is an annual event organised by the school that aims to explore different options for implementing effective environmental management in business.
Executive Meeting
In the first Executive Meeting of the 3rd season, our dean, Dr. Casilda Güell, talks to Guillem Bargalló, Head of Sustainability at IKEA Catalunya and CEO of El Bien Social.
OBS Impact Scholarship
With the goal of bringing corporate social responsibility closer to all kinds of people, promoting conscious talent and encouraging responsible leadership, the school offers 3 scholarships of 100% of the cost of the master's degree for three students who want to make a positive impact on society.
Check out the winners of the latest edition
ÁMATTI
A fashion brand that offers high-quality products made in local workshops and brings education closer to low-income families.
BigVaca
A digital network that connects the livestock ecosystem with big data, transforming the sector into one that is efficient, profitable, and sustainable.
SICR
An intelligent waste classification system aimed at improving solid waste management in Costa Rica.
Make a positive impact
If you have experience as a mentor and want to contribute to the professional and personal growth of others, do not hesitate to join our team of volunteer mentors. This initiative consists of an enriching exchange that promotes the development of both mentors and mentees who wish to boost their professional skills. Are you ready to build a better world?
Research and Sustainability
At OBS we provide quality information from our professors who are experts in sustainable development through academic reports and informative articles on our blog:
Our sustainability programmes
