Net Zero Day

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Looking back on the second Net Zero Day

ETH Zurich's second Net Zero Day took place on May 8, 2025, starting at 1:00 p.m. in and around the CAB building. Below you will find information about the event:

ETH Zurich is on course but still far from its target: a climate-neutral ETH by 2040. On May 8, the second Net Zero Day will take place at ETH Zurich. On the expedition to Net Zero, the ETH community is needed more than ever to make concrete decisions — now. Net Zero Day 2025 offers the latest information on activities and measures, space for discussion, new ideas, and plenty of engagement. Secure your spot for the Net Zero Day 2025 now!

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CAB

Universit?tstrasse 6
8092 Zürich

CAB-building marked on the map, detailed directions on how to get there linked below the graphic

Programme

13:00–17:00: Impact Fair!
- Discover the latest Net Zero projects and initiatives from across the ETH ecosystem
- Learn about the nine transformative projects of the ETH Net Zero Program
- Chat with researchers exploring net-zero pathways
- Meet student initiatives and SPH projects
- Try your hand at live blogging at the Media Corner
- Enjoy delicious cakes and cookies from GrainGlow and RJ
- Win prizes in our external page Sustainability Week Quiz – and much more!

From 14:00: Workshops – Embark on the expedition towards Net Zero!
- 14:00 – 16:45: Climate Fresk: “Learn the fundamental science behind climate change and get empowered to take action.”
- 15:00 – 16:45: Staying Motivated on the Path to Net Zero
- 15:30 – 16:45: Cook the Science: “Chocolate – From Bean to Bar: Science, Sustainability, and the Future”
- 15:00 – 16:45: Sustainability Workshop for Apprentices
- 15:00 – 16:45: Workshop for Executives

17:15–18:30: Presentations on the ETH Net Zero Programme
- Opening by Stefan Spiegel (Vice President for Finance and Controlling)
- Keynote by Julie Cantalou (Co-Secretary General of the Green Liberal Party – GLP)
- Presentation of the Net Zero Programme by Sebastian Kahlert (Programme Lead)
- Insights into campus decarbonization by Dario D'Ercole (Head of Building Services and Energy) and emission-reduced procurement by Pascal Bielmann (Procurement Coordinator, Procurement & Export Services)
From 18:30: Meet the members of the Sounding Board and reflect on ETH Net Zero’s progress over a delicious vegan apéro!