Ute Stoltenberg

Prof. Dr. Ute Stoltenberg is a Senior Professor for Sustainability Research at Leuphana University, Lüneburg, within the Faculty of Sustainability. Her career spans over five decades, including roles such as Lectureship at the Fröbelseminar (1971), Research Officer at the Ministry of Science in Hamburg (1979–1987), and leadership positions in educational institutions. Her work focuses on integrating sustainability into education, particularly in early childhood settings and municipal partnerships.

Research interests include Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), digitalization in sustainability education, and the role of child daycare institutions in fostering sustainable practices. She has collaborated with organizations like the Institute for Environmental Communication and led projects such as the KIEN initiative linking childcare facilities to energy transition efforts.

Her recent publications emphasize the intersection of education, digital tools, and urban sustainability. Lectures highlight themes like historic gardens in sustainability, climate change communication, and municipal strategies for ESD. Her contributions bridge academic research with practical implementation in communities and cities.