Events
Events
On this page you will find all the information about the events organised by the university's climate protection management. You can register for current events or get an overview of past events.
Current events
From campus to the countryside - action to protect native species
Event in co-operation with the City of Oldenburg
The Haarenniederung is a popular local recreation area right next to our university campuses in Wechloy and Haarentor. Directly behind it is the Gerdshorst, a near-natural oak-beech forest. The landscape conservation area is also one of the most important urban amphibian habitats.
However, as in many other places, the balsam weed is spreading there and crowding out native species. That is why we at the university want to take action here. Together with the Environmental Office of the City of Oldenburg, we are organising a small event for all university members who want to take concrete action.
The City of Oldenburg will sponsor some snacks and cold drinks.
FAQ
How many people can register?
The group should be about 5-15 people strong. A maximum of 20 people can register. However, if there is more interest, we will set up a waiting list, as experience has shown that places usually become available at short notice.
How long does the event last?
The activity should take about 2 hours. You can enjoy the snacks and cold drinks during this time.
What do I need to bring with me?
Please bring sturdy shoes, long trousers and work gloves.
Tools will be provided.
How can I imagine the organisation of the event?
At the beginning, the city will briefly introduce the landscape conservation area. We will then explore the area together and visit the action area. There, the balsam will be pulled out by hand and collected. The city of Oldenburg will take care of the removal.
Why does balsam need to be removed?
Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera) originates from the western Himalayas, where it grows at altitudes of 1800 to 3000 metres above sea level on the banks of streams. In Germany, balsam has been listed as a priority invasive species of Union concern under Regulation (EC) 1143/2014 since 2 August 2017. Control is primarily carried out in floristically valuable areas. This includes the Gerdshorst landscape conservation area.
Past events
Sustainability Sounding Board (15.05.2025)
In the summer semester of 2025, the Sustainability Sounding Board was introduced at the University of Oldenburg by Climate Action Management as a new participation format for those interested and involved in sustainability. Around 65 people registered for the first meeting of the SSB to focus on the topics of participation and communication.
Tiny Forest planted
(29.11.2024)
On November 29, 2024, students and employees planted a Tiny Forest on the Haarentor campus. Almost 450 seedlings of 23 different species were planted on an area of 180 m2 between the auditorium and building A07.
Climate Action News (24.09.2024)
A 90-minute digital information event on the current climate protection management projects took place on 24 September 2024. The German or English presentation could be attended conveniently from anywhere via BBB.
"STADTRADELN" (06.-26.09.2024)
The university successfully took part in the CITY CYCLING event in Oldenburg from 6 September to 26 September 2024. It took second place at municipal level. It is particularly pleasing that the university team cycled over 10,000 km more than in the previous year. A total of 306 people from the university actively cycled and covered a total distance of 51,516 km. This equates to a saving of 8,552 kg of CO₂. This year, the university also offered a varied accompanying programme on the topic of mobility.
Postcode breakfast
(17.09.2024)
The "postcode breakfast" offered the opportunity to network and exchange ideas with colleagues from the Oldenburg university environment. In a friendly atmosphere over a cup of coffee, people who live in the same postcode area and regularly travel to work from there were able to get to know each other and form possible car pools or pass on tips on good cycle routes.
Joint university bike tour
(09.09.2024)
To mark the start of "Stadtradeln 2024", a joint bike tour around the university and surrounding area was organised for students and employees. We set off at a leisurely pace from the canteen forecourt on the Haarentor campus.
Opening: bicycle parking facility
(09.09.2024)
After a year of construction, the University of Oldenburg has opened a new two-storey bicycle parking facility with a green roof on the forecourt of building A1 near the lecture theatre centre and the library on Uhlhornsweg. A total of 340 additional parking spaces are now available, meaning that the university now has a total of 4,776 bicycle parking spaces. The opening ceremony took place as part of the City Cycling 2024 programme.
Photo contest »Wir sind UNIwegs« (06.-22.05.2024)
Students and employees were invited to photograph the diversity of their mobility from 6 to 22 May and take part in the photo competition with great prizes. A jury selected 15 photographs. These were awarded prizes at an award ceremony on 26 June in the Smart House and exhibited in the long corridor of lecture hall building A14 until 30 September 2024.