Measures and Tips

Sustainable-tips for your daily campus life

Transitional period? Buy secondhand instead of new

Between winter jackets and summer shirts, we often face the question: What should I wear now? Especially in the transitional period, many people spontaneously buy new clothes—thin jackets, layering pieces, or light sweaters.

But it's worth taking a look at secondhand options. Platforms such as Vinted or local secondhand shops often offer exactly these kinds of garments in very good condition – already produced, but still wearable for a long time. Buying secondhand saves resources, reduces textile waste, and is easy on your budget.

The transitional period also makes sense in the opposite direction: clothes that no longer fit or are no longer worn can be sold or donated. This creates space in the closet—and makes someone else happy.

Do you drive to TH Wildau and often find yourself sitting alone in your car?
Carpooling is an easy way to share costs and save CO₂ at the same time. When several students travel together, the CO₂ footprint per person is significantly reduced—without any additional effort.

At the same time, fuel costs are shared fairly and empty seats are put to good use. Instead of sitting alone in traffic, you can drive to university together, more relaxed and more sustainably.

In short: carpooling is worthwhile – for the climate, for your wallet, and for a more sustainable campus life.

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