Innovate with GreenTech

• FORMAT: Online

• ELIGIBILITY: Open to all

• WEEKLY COMMITMENT: Approx 10h

• SCHEDULE: 1 session / week

• EVAULATION: Project-based

The program is designed for change makers who want to create solutions that will make an impact in the 21st-century, here of some of the skills and knowledge you will have upon completion of the certificate.

• Learn about new technologies and approaches, and apply these concepts to develop solutions to environmental challenges.

• Develop a deep understanding of the natural world and the importance of sustainability in creating technological solutions.

• Engage in hands-on learning experiences to develop skills in data analysis, problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork, which are essential for success in the field of GreenTech.

• Explore the latest technologies and approaches to sustainability, such as solar and wind power, green buildings, and sustainable transportation.

Each Certificate Program comprises three interrelated challenges, equipping you with unique competencies to conquer current and future hurdles.

Challenge 1

Foundations for E-Mobility

Explore e-mobility value chains, identify issues and opportunities, and develop sustainable solutions. You will reflect on societal impacts and research existing e-mobility companies. By the end of this course, you will be able to describe the e-mobility value chain and identify its key components and processes.

Challenge 2

From Recycling to Circular Economy

Examine recycling and the circular economy in established industries. You will analyze products, evaluate recycling processes and propose circular solutions. Through analyzing an existing product, its lifecycle and bottlenecks, you will develop ideas to improve the lifecycle of its materials.

Challenge 3

Battery Reuse, Repair, Recycling

Learn about OEMs (original equipment manufacturer). Within the automotive industry, this refers to any company that manufactures cars or automotive parts. Building upon the knowledge of the e-mobility value chain and seeing how the 9R framework is applied in other industries, you will be able to propose alternative actions for handling batteries at the end of their first life.

Meet the speakers and mentors who will guide you.

Industry Expert, Co-Founder & CEO ToU

Dr. Thomas Funke

Academic and entrepreneur, Dr. Thomas Funke is the Co-Founder and CEO of Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences. Funke has always been an impassioned entrepreneur and also holds over 15 years of experience in the education sector. Thomas is building the university for a better tomorrow to help change makers and aspiring sustainable leaders make an impact on our future.

Challenge Owner

Christian Offermanns

Christian Offermanns main area of expertise has been in the field of batteries, where he has worked to enable battery electric mobility through various industry and research projects. This has included the entire value chain of batteries, from battery engineering and safety to production planning and establishing battery manufacturing sites. In addition, Christian has been deeply committed to the circular economy of batteries, including cases such as battery repair, repurposing and reuse, remanufacturing, and recycling.