Methodologies and Consulting
Methodology of sustainable events of UP
Do you care about the impact your event will have on the environment, society and ultimately the planet? Take inspiration from the Methodology of sustainable events of UP (in Czech), which serves as a guide for event organisers (not only) at UP. It will show you how to organise an event in a way that does not leave waste, does not consume more water and energy than necessary, or uses local resources and supports local partners and suppliers. It will guide you through the organisational steps and their sustainable options during the planning process, during the event itself and after the event.
Methodological guide for new buildings at UP
The Methodological guide for new buildings at UP (in Czech) in Olomouc serves mainly as a supporting manual for the work of the main project developers. The handbook addresses the soft aspects of project plans, which include requirements for changes in operating buildings, but also for new units of the university's investment capital. The handbook addresses the possible parameters of planned buildings and intended changes, including the refinement of interior fit-out and the fit-out of new operational ensembles in buildings. The handbook follows conceptual frameworks and presents a comprehensive system of measurable criteria ranging from the area of urban design and the impact on public space, to the topics of building microclimate and balancing the economic and aesthetic, architecturally valuable aspects of investment projects, to the ultimate long-term maintenance and sustainability in the management of the entrusted assets. The handbook then defines qualitative building design points, both general (e.g. green roof solutions) and quantified (e.g. recommendations for maximum thermal transmittance of structures).
Methodology for Green Space Care and Development in UP Campuses
Palacký University Olomouc manages a total of 20 hectares of green areas, ranging from planted urban vegetation to forested zones. What ecological, social, and economic aspects shape green space management, and how can university landscapes help mitigate the impacts of climate change—especially the urban heat island effect—while strengthening biodiversity and improving the overall quality of life for students, staff, and visitors?
The Methodology for Green Space Care and Its Development in the Campuses of Palacký University Olomouc provides a comprehensive framework for the long-term sustainable management of vegetation within the university environment. It builds on the detailed 2022–2023 survey and analysis of UP’s greenery (Mapping and Maintenance Management of UP Greenery) and offers practical, evidence-based recommendations for the administration, maintenance, and further development of vegetation elements across UP campuses.
The methodology highlights the importance of vegetation diversity and the ecosystem services that green spaces provide—from temperature regulation and pollinator support to aesthetic and psychological benefits. It presents concrete procedures for maintaining, protecting, and enhancing campus greenery in line with sustainability principles, and it also addresses the organization of maintenance and the need for effective coordination across university units. Readers will find not only theoretical guidelines but also practical recommendations that can be directly applied in planning and everyday care of university green spaces.
Metodika péče o zeleň a její rozvoj v areálech UP (in Czech)