The TUM SEED Center and the Chair of Corporate Sustainability at TUM are launching an exciting project study in collaboration with Customized Energy Solutions (CES)! This initiative focuses on sustainable entrepreneurship and productive use of energy (PUE) to support rural communities in Africa and India. 🌍⚡

🔎 What is the project about?

We aim to develop case studies for the SEED Living Labs, addressing: 

✅ Lessons learned from existing labs
✅ Challenges faced by mini-grid projects
✅ Sustainability planning beyond SEED funding
✅ Productive Use of Energy (PUE) Models for mini-grids
✅ Social impact of energy strategies

📌 Who can apply?

🎓 Master’s students at TUM (especially from the TUM School of Management)
🔥 Highly motivated & proactive
💡 Passionate about sustainable entrepreneurship, strategy, and social impact
🌏 Open to cultural exchange and collaboration

📅 Project Details:

📖 12 ECTS
📆 Duration: 3–6 months (April 2025 start)
🌍 On-site fieldwork possible (but not mandatory!)
👥 6 positions available (work in teams of two)

🔗 How to apply?
Send your motivation letter & CV to Dr. Alessia Argiolas 👉 alessia.argiolas(at)tum.de

🌟 Be part of this impactful research and help shape the future of sustainable energy! 🌟

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