Circular Economy Graph© Rupprecht Consult, Wolfram Buchta
Rupprecht Consult served as the external science manager to assist a group of professors at the University of Applied Sciences in Cologne – TH Köln. Their goal was to create a research cluster called "Circular Value Creation" that would bring together the research expertise and teaching content of the professors involved. Approximately 30 professors from 10 faculties of the TH Köln collaborated in four working groups to focus on the topic of "Circular Value Creation.
Duration 04/2021 - 04/2023
Coordinator Rupprecht Consult GmbH
The project aimed to establish the Circular Economy Research Cluster in a more focused, professional, and efficient manner. This is a crucial phase where we need to define the goals, content, and structure of the cluster while aligning with the objectives outlined in TH Köln's University Development Plan 2030, such as promoting sustainability, social engagement, and innovation.
The establishment of the research cluster will significantly enhance TH Köln's reputation at regional, national, and international levels. It will serve as an effective platform for driving social innovation. The interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral nature of the research and teaching cluster will encompass all aspects of sustainability and will be in line with the European Commission's "Green Deal".
Moreover, the network will not only enhance TH Köln's profile but also contribute to the areas of publications, guidelines, acquired projects, and public discourse, thereby creating a positive impact on society.
The project resulted in:
- The establishment of a topic-oriented research cluster called "Circular Value Creation" at TH Köln in the topic area in autumn 2021.
- The successful identification of relevant EU calls for tenders, as well as support in two to three funding application processes.
Rupprecht Consult was responsible for the project management. They professionally oversaw the process of establishing the research cluster at the university by taking on the role of an external professional science manager. Their responsibilities included:
- Assisting with initial applications for accompanying public funding measures at European, national, and regional levels
- Facilitating steering committee meetings and working groups
- Documenting the development of the research cluster in detailed reports and strategy papers.
Wolfgang Backhaus
+49 221 6060 55 0
w.backhaus@rupprecht-consult.eu
Henning Holdinghausen
+49 221 6060 55 13
h.guenter@rupprecht-consult.eu
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