Enactus Germany

Enactus is an international and non-profit non-governmental organization dedicated to creating a better world through entrepreneurial action and social responsibility. Founded in 1975 in the USA as "Students In Free Enterprise" (SIFE), Enactus now operates globally with over 1,700 teams in 35 countries and engages around 75,000 students[2][3].

The mission of Enactus is based on three central elements: ENtrepreneurial, ACTion, and US. This approach inspires and supports students to develop innovative solutions that promote social, ecological, and economic sustainability. Enactus stands for the collaboration of students, academics, and business leaders to create a better world[2][3].

Enactus focuses on achieving the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The organization's projects encompass a wide range of initiatives, such as the production of biochar, the use of water filters, sustainable travel, waste reduction, the introduction of circular systems, and the use of sustainable resources. One example is the "reNEWvate" project by Enactus Hannover, which focuses on the reuse and recycling of construction materials to improve the CO₂ balance of the construction industry[3][4].

Enactus works closely with companies to support social and sustainable projects. These partnerships enable companies to demonstrate their commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and integrate it deeply into their corporate culture. By providing resources, expertise, and financial support, companies can promote positive social change while enhancing their visibility and positive image in the public eye[1][5].

Enactus teams present their projects in annual national and international competitions, where they are evaluated by judges from the business sector. These competitions foster creativity and innovation and provide teams with a platform to showcase their successes and gain recognition. For example, the team from the University of Cologne won first place in the "Race to Feed the Planet" in 2022[2][3].

With a global network of over 42,000 students at 1,000 universities in 35 countries and the support of more than 550 corporate partners, Enactus has a significant impact on society and the environment. The organization has already contributed to significant outcomes such as the reduction of 6.8 million tons of CO₂ and 9 million tons of waste, as well as the creation of 118,000 jobs worldwide[3].

• 1 - https://enactus-karlsruhe.de/corporation
• 2 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enactus
• 3 - https://www.enactus.de
• 4 - https://enactus-hannover.de/projects
• 5 - https://www.enactus.de/corporation