Three Grand Challenges

Welcome to EU4Dual, where we work together to solve some of society’s most urgent problems. Our focus is on three major challenges: the future of work, the green economy, and healthy living. These aren’t just academic topics—they’re about finding real solutions for a better future.

Challenge 1:

Future of work

The way we work is changing fast. We need to help industries shift to digital ways of working while ensuring jobs are fulfilling and employees’ lives improve.
Key areas we focus on:
  • Digital and green transitions
  • Smarter industries
  • Preparing people for tomorrow’s jobs
  • Flexible, human-centred workplaces
  • Lifelong learning
Leading universities:
FH JOANNEUM University of Applied Sciences
Koszalin University of Technology
Challenge 2:

Green economy

The planet needs urgent action. We’re working on solutions to make economies low-carbon, resource-efficient, and fair for everyone.
Key areas we focus on:
  • Climate protection
  • Sustainable energy
  • Green data and digital tools
  • Circular economies
  • Eco-friendly agriculture and food systems
  • Sustainable tourism and design
Leading universities:
Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology
Savonia University of Applied Sciences
Challenge 3:

Healthy living

How can we help people live longer, healthier, and happier lives? By combining research, innovation, and community outreach.
Key areas we focus on:
  • Promoting health and preventing disease
  • Personalised nutrition and health apps
  • Designing workplaces that support well-being
Leading universities:
DHBW (Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University)
PAR University

Why these challenges matter

These challenges affect us all. They push us to create new knowledge, develop technologies, and find practical answers that improve life for everyone. We can’t do this alone—it takes collaboration between universities, industries, and communities.

How we work

We believe in teamwork. By combining our strengths with those of industry partners, we create solutions that work in the real world. Together, we:
  • Contribute to ongoing projects tackling these challenges
  • Combine academic research with practical applications
  • Connect students, researchers, and industry experts

Explore the Grand Challenge Experience Centre

Discover how research and innovation are addressing the Future of Work, the Green Economy, and Healthy Living. The Grand Challenge Experience Centre brings scientific work closer to society through research and real-world case studies.

Visit the Experience Centre

Best practices for real world challenges

Discover proven best practices in dual education that connect learning, industry, and society to tackle our Grand Challenge.

See the best practices

Get involved

Want to make a difference? Explore our current projects at eu4dual.education. Let’s work together to create solutions that matter.
At EU4Dual, we believe knowledge can change lives. Join us and be part of something bigger.

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