Roger Gmünder is a Lecturer and Head of Continuing and Executive Education at the Institute of Building Technology and Energy (IGE) at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU). He holds a Master's degree in Environmental Sciences (Aquatic Biology, Energy Economics minor) from ETH Zurich (1996). His professional journey includes founding perpetuum AG, a sustainability consulting firm for businesses and public institutions, focusing on process and building sustainability frameworks. He transitioned from part-time to full-time lecturer at HSLU in 2010 and has led IGE's continuing education programs since 2017. **Education**: Master in Umweltnaturwissenschaften (System: Aquatische Biologie, Nebenfach Energieökonomie), ETH Zürich (1996) **Research Interests**: Focuses on sustainability concepts for buildings and processes, energy efficiency, circular economy applications, and communication strategies using frameworks like the Doughnut Model. Collaborates with EN Bau, a cooperative of 5 universities offering advanced studies in sustainable construction and energy systems. **Professional Roles**: Founder of perpetuum AG Teaching responsibilities include MAS modules on Energy Engineering in Buildings and Circular Economy in Architecture Leads Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) programs in Energy and Sustainability **EN Bau Collaboration**: Co-founder and head of the EN Bau initiative, providing education blocks on energy and sustainability in civil engineering.

