Sustainability at the ETH-Domain – Promotion of Transdisciplinary Science (novatlantis)

Scope of project

Novatlantis seeks to facilitate the real-world application of the latest findings drawn from research conducted at the various institutes within the ETH domain so as to secure sustainable development for large urban areas. Interdisciplinary projects are initiated in consultation with ETH researchers and scientists and case studies are used to demonstrate models of a sustainable future. Novatlantis was founded in 2001 as a joint program of ETH domain research institutes. Today it is an established network of partners in research and the world of practical application. Novatlantis and its three urban partner regions Basel, Zurich and Geneva are focused on a long-term vision of the 2000-watt society. Novatlantis merged with the CCEM effective January 1, 2009. The resulting organizational structure has simplified the process of creating links among research projects and implementing project results. The ETH Board currently finances the Novatlantis office and provides auxiliary financial support for ongoing projects that are financed predominantly via third-party funding.