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Education and Resource Management: ORT's Initiatives for Sustainable Development
Universidad ORT Uruguay . published its 2025 Sustainability Report, which highlights initiatives in education, research, environmental management, and community engagement carried out during that year. -
Projects for Peace 2027: New Call for Proposals to Fund Projects That Promote Peace
The international Projects for Peace program has opened its 2027 call for proposals, which awards $10,000 to support community-impact initiatives. The U.S. Agency for International Development ( Universidad ORT Uruguay ) will accept proposals through December 18, 2026. -
15th PRME Meeting: More Than 100 Participants from 12 Countries Discussed Responsible Education
The event brought together representatives from universities, governments, businesses, and international organizations to exchange knowledge and experiences on sustainability and responsible education. Forty academic papers were presented, and regional cooperation ties were strengthened. -
Science for Rare Diseases
For many families living with rare diseases, obtaining a diagnosis or gaining access to scientific research can take years of searching. To help with this process, the School of Engineering works alongside the Uruguayan Foundation for Scientific Research on Rare Diseases (FUPIER) through student internships, laboratory research, and collaboration with international scientific institutions. -
A Second Life for Electric Vehicle Batteries
The School of Engineering is participating in the development of a system that repurposes batteries from decommissioned electric vehicles and reduces peak power demand on the electrical grid by 30 percent. -
Nearly 10,000 trees planted: an initiative by the Universidad ORT Uruguay that has been ongoing for more than two decades
Since 2004, ORT has been promoting a reforestation project that links college graduation with environmental stewardship. On the occasion of the International Day Against Climate Change, the organization highlights its track record of planting nearly 10,000 trees. -
The second edition of the Sustainable Fashion Award was launched in Uruguay
The ORT School of Design, the United Nations Global Compact Uruguay, Moweek, and Casa Urbana presented the second edition of the Sustainable Fashion Award in Uruguay, an initiative that seeks to highlight companies and organizations in the fashion industry that incorporate sustainable and innovative practices. -
The Role of Universities in the Circular Economy: The Focus of a Regional Meeting
The National Institute of Environmental Health ( Universidad ORT Uruguay ) participated in a meeting organized by CEMPRE on extended producer responsibility, which addressed the role of education and research in developing sustainable solutions. -
What is World Media and Information Literacy Week, and when is it celebrated in 2026?
The rise of artificial intelligence and the accelerated spread of content make it essential to know how to evaluate sources, recognize biases, and identify reliable information. Explore what Global Media and Information Literacy Week has to offer and why these skills are key in the digital world. -
ANEP Scholarships 2027
The Institute of Education is offering 30 partial scholarships to teachers from the National Public Education Administration (ANEP) who are interested in beginning their graduate studies in April 2027. -
Companies, contacts, and opportunities come together at Employment Month 2026
Students and graduates of the Universidad ORT Uruguay will have three exclusive events to explore the job market, learn about top-tier organizations, and advance their professional development. -
Technology, Design, and the Future: A Responsible Approach to Digital Product Development
The workshop addressed the ethical challenges of digital product design and explored tools for envisioning alternative technological futures from a responsible perspective.
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