Holistic Approach to Health and Sustainability

Polytechnic Institute of Leiria (IP LEIRIA) hosted the second Healthy Campus Seminar and the ERASMUS+ Green Campus Final Conference on 29 November at its School of Tourism and Maritime Technology in Peniche, Portugal. The event brought together over 100 participants from more than a dozen higher education institutions across Portugal and Spain to advance dialogue on health, well-being, and sustainability in academia.

The programme featured keynote speakers from the Portuguese government, FISU, and FADU, alongside engaging workshops on topics such as mental health, food waste, adapted physical activity, and digital well-being. The Green Campus Final Conference highlighted initiatives aligning with SDGs, including the launch of the Green Campus Label and discussions on how universities can integrate sustainability into campus life and sports services.

The event concluded with the first Green Campus Award Ceremony, recognising institutions - including IP LEIRIA - for their leadership in creating healthy, sustainable learning environments and setting a benchmark for future academic sustainability efforts.

🔗 The upcoming Healthy Campus Polytechnic of Leiria Conference will take place on October 22nd, 2025.