About
It forms an ecosystem focusing on integral sustainable development. From the scientific base of the University of Amsterdam, SustainaLab enables cross-fertilisation between companies, governments, NGOs, citizens and academia. SustainaLab is located in the Matrix ONE building on Amsterdam Science Park and cooperates closely with REC Impact (Roeterseiland campus) and Amsterdam Humanities Hub (University Quarter).
The aim is to accelerate the transition to a sustainable, future-proof society.
For companies & Governments
Join the events of SustainaLab to get the latest developments on a broad range of sustainability topics. It is a first point of contact to get in touch with researchers, students and/or other innovative businesses. SustainaLab can also be the venue for your professional event.
For researchers
SustainaLab is a way to reach out to companies, governments and other organisations that are interested in your research. SustainaLab frequently hosts events that feature UvA researchers.
For students
Join the events of SustainaLab to get the latest developments on a broad range of sustainability topics. Also SustainaLab can be a place where you can present your project. And one of the companies in the ecosystem of SustainaLab just might have an interesting internship on offer.
Chris Slootweg, Assistant professor UvA
"SustainaLab offers an exceptional platform for expressing and implementing my ideas in Circular Chemistry, contributing significantly to the advancement of a Circular Economy."
Ingo Schoots, CEO Q Plastics
"Our company is dedicated to promoting the circular use of plastics. SustainaLab provides us with an ideal platform to engage in collaborative discussions and joint efforts on this crucial subject. With UvA researchers, fellow companies within the Matrix ONE community and beyond."
Maria Angel-Sitruk, Amsterdam Center for Entrepreneurship
"We recommend Sustainalab as an excellent venue for hosting gatherings. We held several pitching events for our academic Startups and had a great experience each time. Located in the environmentally conscious Matrix ONE building, SustainaLab offers a setting that aligns with sustainability values."
