Upcoming events

This event takes place as part of the KIT Science Week 2025.   The workshop provides current insights into climate research and underscores the need for a transformation toward a climate-friendly society. The concept of the handprint will be introduced as a central element. Its goal is to permanently embed climate protection structurally through targeted engagement, making sustainable living easier for everyone. With the help of an action poster, participants will work in groups to develop their own approaches to engagement: an invitation to take an active role in advancing climate protection in Karlsruhe and beyond. Please register in advance. 

This edition of the research meeting hour "Tell me, ITAS" is part of the KIT Science Week Programme and builds on current climate research and underscores the need for a transformation toward a climate-friendly society. The concept of the handprint is presented as a central element. Its goal is to permanently anchor climate protection structurally through targeted engagement, making sustainable living easier for everyone. The handprint invites you to take an active role in the transformation. ITAS researcher Markus Szaguhn will answer all your questions about the "handprint" and climate research. 
 
WHEN? 15 October 2025 from 12 a.m. to 2 p.m. WHERE? MobiLab at Friedrichsplatz, Karlsruhe Entry free Starting with a keynote speech at 12 noon, you can join the discussion or leave at any time.  
“Tell me, ITAS” is a series of events organized by ITAS in which researchers move their workplace to Karl9 - Wissenschaftslokal für Technik und Gesellschaft or to the TRIANGEL Transfer | Kultur | Raum once a week and answer your questions about their research topics.

This event takes place as part of the KIT Science Week 2025.   What does a real-world lab do? Whether it's the climate crisis, miles of traffic jams in our inner cities, or the isolation of people – we face major challenges for our future. In our real-world lab, we conduct research together with citizens to find out what a good life for everyone can look like today and in the future, and how we can achieve it. For example, we install solar panels on private balconies, rent out cargo bikes, and sometimes even transform parking spaces into open-air living rooms. We invite you to our real-world laboratory "Quartier Zukunft – Labor Stadt" and provide insights into our work. - Free of charge. No registration required.

This event takes place as part of the KIT Science Week 2025.   To mitigate the impending dangers of the climate crisis, a restructuring of the energy supply is necessary. A key question is whether a city like Karlsruhe can even undertake such a transformation. During the event, facts will be presented on individual topics, which will then be discussed with those present. Topics include security of supply, affordability, climate impact, and others. Each hour will be dedicated to a different subtopic. At the end, an attempt will be made to draw an overall picture from the partial results. Registration is not required.

This event takes place as part of the KIT Science Week 2025.   What does a real-world lab do? Whether it's the climate crisis, miles of traffic jams in our inner cities, or the isolation of people – we face major challenges for our future. In our real-world lab, we conduct research together with citizens to find out what a good life for everyone can look like today and in the future, and how we can achieve it. For example, we install solar panels on private balconies, rent out cargo bikes, and sometimes even transform parking spaces into open-air living rooms. We invite you to our real-world laboratory "Quartier Zukunft – Labor Stadt" and provide insights into our work. - Free of charge. No registration required.

Kreativ- und Ideenwettbewerb für Schüler:innen der 5. bis 9. Klasse Stell Dir vor, Du bist im Jahr 2055! Wie sieht das Leben in Karlsruhe und Umgebung aus? Welche Technologien verwenden wir, und wie verändern sie unser Leben?  
Zum 30-jährigen Jubiläum des Instituts für Technikfolgenabschätzung und Systemanalyse (ITAS) laden wir Schüler:innen ein, ihre Visionen und Ideen für die Zukunft mit uns zu teilen. Welche Wünsche und Vorstellungen hast Du für das Leben in 30 Jahren? Was ist Dir wichtig und vor allem, wie kann Technik dabei helfen? Sende uns Deine Idee! 
 
Reiche jetzt Deinen Beitrag ein und gewinne tolle Preise! 
Die Preisverleihung zum Wettbewerb findet am 16.10.2025 im Rahmen der KIT Science Week im TRIANGEL Transfer | Kultur | Raum statt.
 
Alle Infos unter: https://www.ka2055.de/

This event takes place as part of the KIT Science Week 2025.   We invite you to an After-Work Talk & Aperitif on Sustainable Nutrition! In a relaxed atmosphere, enjoy snacks and fascinating insights into the ecological and social aspects of our food choices. In this interactive workshop, we will discuss how conscious nutrition can shape urban spaces. KIT researchers will share insights from current projects, such as the Innovation Campus Sustainability, in a practical, understandable, and research-based way. Exchange ideas, discover new perspectives, and develop ideas for a more sustainable food culture with us! In German language. Please register.

The plenary session of GeWoKa (Gemeinsam Wohnen Karlsruhe) is not public, but anyone interested in a housing project and would like to actively participate is welcome to contact us: gewoka@posteo.de

The world is changing and Karlsruhe is changing with it. Heat waves, social issues, new technologies: How should Karlsruhe and the surrounding region make themselves fit for the future? In this dialog series, your ideas meet science. Discuss with other citizens and KIT researchers at various events about ways to a future worth living: openly, creatively and at eye level. Your perspective counts! A dialog for everyone who wants to have a say and help shape the future.
 
Main event Bürger:innendialog | 18.10.2025, 14:00 - 18:00 | TRIANGEL Transfer | Kultur | Raum  
accompanying dialog events Green oases against heat traps | 1.10.2025, 16:00 - 18:00 | Gastdozentenhaus (Engesserstr. 3, 76131 Karlsruhe) Tram, bike, air cab | 04.10.2025, 14:00-16:00 | ITAS (Karlstr. 11, 76133 Karlsruhe) What is good food worth to us? | 06.10.2025, 18:00-20:00 | ITAS (Karlstr. 11, 76133 Karlsruhe)  
The Citizens' Dialogue will be held in German! It is an event in the program of the KIT Science Week 2025, funded by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) and the Baden-Württemberg Ministry of Science as part of the Excellence Strategy of the federal and state governments.

Meet other knitting, embroidery, and crochet enthusiasts.
Register at: stricktreff-ka@web.de

Scarce and increasingly expensive housing is causing many people to consider alternative living arrangements. Whether you're looking for small-space living with or without bikes, the "Tiny Houses for Karlsruhe" association is your place to meet like-minded people.

The "Oststadt-Treff" aims to bring the people of Oststadt closer together. Every Monday afternoon, there is an opportunity to meet, get to know each other, and exchange ideas in the Zukunftsraum.

The GWÖ-Karlsruhe meets monthly, organizes lectures and discussion rounds, as well as information booth activities on various occasions.

Barcelona's superblocks are an impressive concept for traffic calming and creating more pleasant neighborhoods. They also promote stronger neighbors. We present these ideas and discuss their application to Karlsruhe.

The "Oststadt-Treff" aims to bring the people of Oststadt closer together. Every Monday afternoon, there is an opportunity to meet, get to know each other, and exchange ideas in the Zukunftsraum.

The monthly board meetings of the BVO are primarily open to board members, but interested citizens can also participate.

The plenary session of GeWoKa (Gemeinsam Wohnen Karlsruhe) is not public, but anyone interested in a housing project and would like to actively participate is welcome to contact us: gewoka@posteo.de

The "Oststadt-Treff" aims to bring the people of Oststadt closer together. Every Monday afternoon, there is an opportunity to meet, get to know each other, and exchange ideas in the Zukunftsraum.

All people who are concerned about political developments and want to work for a diverse, open society are welcome.

The "Oststadt-Treff" aims to bring the people of Oststadt closer together. Every Monday afternoon, there is an opportunity to meet, get to know each other, and exchange ideas in the Zukunftsraum.

Meet other knitting, embroidery, and crochet enthusiasts.
Register at: stricktreff-ka@web.de

Scarce and increasingly expensive housing is causing many people to consider alternative living arrangements. Whether you're looking for small-space living with or without bikes, the "Tiny Houses for Karlsruhe" association is your place to meet like-minded people.

The "Oststadt-Treff" aims to bring the people of Oststadt closer together. Every Monday afternoon, there is an opportunity to meet, get to know each other, and exchange ideas in the Zukunftsraum.

The GWÖ-Karlsruhe meets monthly, organizes lectures and discussion rounds, as well as information booth activities on various occasions.

Barcelona's superblocks are an impressive concept for traffic calming and creating more pleasant neighborhoods. They also promote stronger neighbors. We present these ideas and discuss their application to Karlsruhe.

The "Oststadt-Treff" aims to bring the people of Oststadt closer together. Every Monday afternoon, there is an opportunity to meet, get to know each other, and exchange ideas in the Zukunftsraum.

The monthly board meetings of the BVO are primarily open to board members, but interested citizens can also participate.

The plenary session of GeWoKa (Gemeinsam Wohnen Karlsruhe) is not public, but anyone interested in a housing project and would like to actively participate is welcome to contact us: gewoka@posteo.de

The "Oststadt-Treff" aims to bring the people of Oststadt closer together. Every Monday afternoon, there is an opportunity to meet, get to know each other, and exchange ideas in the Zukunftsraum.

All people who are concerned about political developments and want to work for a diverse, open society are welcome.

The "Oststadt-Treff" aims to bring the people of Oststadt closer together. Every Monday afternoon, there is an opportunity to meet, get to know each other, and exchange ideas in the Zukunftsraum.

Meet other knitting, embroidery, and crochet enthusiasts.
Register at: stricktreff-ka@web.de

Scarce and increasingly expensive housing is causing many people to consider alternative living arrangements. Whether you're looking for small-space living with or without bikes, the "Tiny Houses for Karlsruhe" association is your place to meet like-minded people.

The "Oststadt-Treff" aims to bring the people of Oststadt closer together. Every Monday afternoon, there is an opportunity to meet, get to know each other, and exchange ideas in the Zukunftsraum.

The "Oststadt-Treff" aims to bring the people of Oststadt closer together. Every Monday afternoon, there is an opportunity to meet, get to know each other, and exchange ideas in the Zukunftsraum.