About AEMS

Why AEMS?

Our current economic system leads to exploitation of natural resources, social problems, such as inequality, and plays a significant role in climate change. The financial system, with its unregulated banking and speculatory practices, as well as the dynamics of compound interest contribute to ecological degradation and a systematic redistribution of wealth to the richest part of the population.

The Time For Change Is Now!

The AEMS summer university is a combined effort to create an academically open event for students and professionals from all walks of life: The program takes place annually in Vienna and is organized as a not-for-profit cooperation project between OeAD student housing, the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) and representatives of the Economy for the Common Good (ECG).

Change the Game – Change the Future!

AEMS is an academic program offering a holistic approach to sustainability and the interconnections between economy, society and the environment. The summer university comprises lectures, (panel) discussions and workshops, as well as extracurricular activities and takes place annually in Vienna.

The next AEMS will take place from 14 July to 1 August 2025.
Join us for a unique learning experience together with international students and professionals!

Get a glimpse of AEMS 2024 in the online-review!

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