Alexandra Costa
ISEL

Patrícia Barata
ISEL

Introduction to Green Engineering

Abstract. After a brief description of what resources are and the distinction between renewable and exhaustible resources, the course will focus on environmental and societal impacts that the production, use and waste of metallic, polymer and/or ceramic materials generate. This will allow us to have a critical look at sustainable materials depending on the uses.

Alexandra I. Costa received her Ph.D. in Chemistry (IST/UTL). She is an Adjunct Professor in the Chemical Engineering Department, an integrated member of the Chemistry Center - Vila Real (UTAD), President of the Center for Chemical Engineering Studies, Head of Organic Laboratory and pHarmaLab Laboratory.
Her main research activities are focused on Supramolecular Chemistry, particularly the synthesis of sensors containing calixarenes, and is also dedicated to the use of renewable natural resources for the sustainable synthesis of carbon nanomaterials and their application as sensors for biological materials and as bioimaging tools. She is co-author of several scientific articles, published in international journals with referee, conference proceedings, patents, and presented her findings in scientific meetings.

Patrícia D. Barata holds a Ph.D. in Sustainable Chemistry and an M.Sc. in Technological Organic Chemistry (FCT/UNL), along with a degree in Industrial Chemical Engineering (ISEL). She is an Adjunct Professor in the Chemical Engineering Department, an integrated member of the Chemistry Center - Vila Real (UTAD), member of the Coordinating Council for the Orthoprosthetics Degree Program, Vice-President of the Center for Chemical Engineering Studies, and an assessor to ISEL's board on Sustainability. Her research focuses on Supramolecular Chemistry, particularly on calixarene-based sensors, and the development of carbon nanomaterials from renewable resources for biosensing and bioimaging. She is co-author of several peer-reviewed scientific articles and conference proceedings, with various presentations in scientific meetings.

Céline Fraipoint 
He2b

Cristina Borges
ISEL

Introduction to Sustainable Materials. Characteristics and types of sustainable materials

Abstract. After a brief description of what resources are and the distinction between renewable and exhaustible resources, the course will focus on environmental and societal impacts that the production, use and waste of metallic, polymer and/or ceramic materials generate. This will allow us to have a critical look at sustainable materials depending on the uses.

Céline Fraipoint is a Civil Engineer with a specialization in Material Science (Electromechanics), who graduated from the University of Liege (Belgium). She has been teaching Material Science in HE2B for more than 15 years. She tries to awaken the students to an environmental reflection in her courses through aspects such as life cycle of materials, production and recycling aspects... Beyond her teacher role, she is also pedagogical coordinator of the engineering curricula, quality coordinator and is active in the success support service for students.

Cristina Borges has PhD in Chemical Engineering – Instituto Superior Técnico; Graduated in Chemistry – Faculdade de Ciências da Universidade de Lisboa. She is Adjunct Professor since 2002 in ISEL, lecturing Chemistry, Sustainability and Renewable Energies. She has authored or co-authored several publications in conference proceedings, journals, and book chapters, mainly in materials chemistry, sustainable materials and engineering education area. Also, she has been researcher in research projects in sustainable materials area and engineering education. She was ISEL's vice-president for academic affairs and quality between 2020 and 2024 having developed projects in the context of academic success and soft skills. Cristina Borges is a member of Engineering Education Portuguese Society, having coordination activities in the field of Gender and Diversity in Engineering Education.

Isabel João 
ISEL

Circular Product Design

Abstract. Decisions made early in product design significantly influence how products are used and handled at the end of their lifecycle. With the urgent need to shift from the linear “take, make, dispose” model, circular economy principles must guide new product development. Designers play a key role in this transition, re-framing products with circularity in mind to meet societal, user, and business needs. This session explores product design for the circular economy, focusing on design processes and strategies such as creating long-life products, extending product life, designing for material and energy sustainability, recycling, and remanufacturing. By the end, students will understand the role of design in fostering circularity and the main strategies involved.

Isabel João is a Chemical Engineer and holds a Master’s degree in Materials and Quality Management and a PhD in Industrial Engineering and Management. She is Professor at the Chemical Engineering Department at ISEL-IPL, Portugal and currently the coordinator of the Quality and Environmental Engineering Master Course at ISEL-IPL. She is a Researcher at CEG-IST, Portugal, Committee Member of the CT 150 /SC4 Environmental Management/Environmental Performance Evaluation within the Portuguese Environmental Agency and Expert Academic of the Consumer Policy Advisory Group (CPAG) of the European Commission (EC). She teaches and does research in the areas of Sustainable Product and Process Design, Entrepreneurship, Decision Analysis for Sustainability, Operations Management, and Quality Engineering.

Filipe Barata
ISEL

Filipe Barata is Professor at Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Lisboa (ISEL). He held a PhD in Electrical Engineering and Computers and a Postgraduate degree in Energy Management - Energy Efficiency and Post-Graduation in Electrotechnical Engineering. He was project manager in a consulting and auditing engineering company where he carried out dozens of audits and energy certifications in buildings and facilities. In the electrical engineering department, he teaches and he is responsible for the electrical installations design and energy efficiency disciplinary group and also for the Pos Graduate in Design and Maintenance of Electrical Installations. He has several publications in journals, books chapters and conferences proceedings in renewable energies, intelligent control systems, energy efficiency and smart grids areas.
He is a reviewer of different International Journals (Elsevier, MDPI) and Reviewer Board Member of Energies Journal (Open Access by MDPI).

Marco Berger 
Tugraz University

Volker Koch 
Tugraz University

Business Model for Circular Economy

Abstract. This talk explores the Business Model Canvas as an effective framework for visually and systematically organizing business models. Key elements such as customer segments, value propositions, revenue streams, and key resources are examined in detail, highlighting their interconnections. The aim is to provide a clear understanding of how to create a business model that aligns with circular economy objectives.

Development of a Business Model

Abstract. Based on the talk Business Model for Circular Economy students will develop a business model for a case study with guidance from the lecturers. This hands-on approach enables students to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios.

Marco Berger is a researcher and lecturer at the Institute of Business Economics and Industrial Sociology at Graz University of Technology (TU Graz). His research focuses on business-to-business sales management, and he teaches various courses in business economics.

Volker Koch, Ph.D. is a Senior Lecturer of the Institute of Business Economics and Industrial Sociology at Graz University of Technology (TU Graz). His current research interests are in the field of “Engineering Education”. Besides, he teaches several lectures and exercises in the field of Business Economics and social skills.

Rita Pereira 
ISEL

How to communicate and present my work

Abstract. This activity focuses on equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for an effective final presentation. The session will cover best practices and norms for delivering oral presentations using PowerPoint, emphasizing clarity, structure, and impactful communication. Additionally, students will receive targeted feedback on their previous presentations, identifying areas for improvement and strategies to enhance their performance. This activity aims to support students in presenting their sustainable engineering projects with confidence, professionalism, and adherence to standards of academic and technical communication.

Rita Pereira has PhD in Mechatronics and Energy Engineering – Évora University; Excellency in Problem Based Learning by UNESCO CHAIR; MSc. in Electrical and Computer Engineering – Instituto Superior Técnico; Graduated and Bsc. in Electrical Engineering – Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Lisboa. She is Adjunct Professor since 2015 in ISEL, lecturing Electrical Machines, Intelligent Systems and Energy Storage Systems. She has authored or co-authored several publications in conference proceedings, journals, and book chapters, mainly in smart grids and engineering education area. Also, she has been researcher of about a dozen research projects in electrical engineering area and engineering education. Rita Pereira is a member of Portuguese Engineers Order and Engineering Education Portuguese Society, having coordination activities in the field of Gender and Diversity in Engineering Education.