Corporate Social Responsibility
Mines Paris – PSL places corporate social responsibility (CSR) at the heart of its strategy.
Through its policies, educational programs, research, and day-to-day operations, the School works to address the major challenges of the ecological transition and social inclusion.
Mines Paris – PSL, a committed institution
As a leading public institution, Mines Paris – PSL is committed to a responsible approach driven by both its academic community and its partners.
CSR lies at the intersection of education, research, and campus life, and engages students, staff, alumni, and industry partners.
Mines Paris – PSL’s CSR policy is centered on several priorities:
Educating and innovating to address the major challenges of the ecological and energy transition
For over 30 years, with the creation of the Institut Supérieur d’Ingénierie et de Gestion de l’Environnement (ISIGE), a pioneer in sustainable development, Mines Paris – PSL has placed environmental and societal innovation at the heart of its educational mission.
This ambition is reflected in all of its programs:
Civil Engineering Program
The curriculum was overhauled in 2019 and now begins with a mandatory “Earth and Society” quarter focused on environmental and societal issues.
Energy Engineering Program
Training of expert engineers in energy systems, focusing on energy efficiency, renewable energy, and decarbonization of energy use. The program prepares students to design and implement technical solutions tailored to the challenges of the energy transition in businesses and regions.
Training of expert engineers in energy systems, focusing on energy efficiency, renewable energy, and decarbonization of energy use. The program prepares students to design and implement technical solutions tailored to the challenges of the energy transition in businesses and regions.
Specialized Master’s Programs
Vocational training programs focused on issues related to energy, ecological, and industrial transition.
Doctorate
Research conducted across all centers, with a strong focus on climate, resources, and industrial transformation.
Executive Education
Continuing education programs for executives and managers, focusing on corporate social responsibility, sustainable development, the energy transition, and the circular economy.
In research, the School has pooled its resources around The Transition Institute 1.5 (TTI.5), launched in 2022, which harnesses the scientific expertise of Mines Paris – PSL to address the global challenge of carbon neutrality.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Mines Paris – PSL takes action to combat discrimination, ensure professional equality, and promote social and gender diversity.
Action Plan for Professional Equality Among Staff
Framework for concrete measures to promote gender equality, consistent with the PSL (see the action plan).
Social and Gender Diversity in Admissions
Diversifying recruitment channels beyond traditional preparatory classes (Cycle Pluridisciplinaire d’Études Supérieures, PSL Bachelor’s program, BCPST track).
Equal Opportunity and Science Outreach Programs
Engaging with young people through initiatives such as the Cordées de la Réussite, summer camps, and community outreach programs, with the aim of promoting diverse career paths and access to higher education, particularly in science and technology fields.
Student initiatives
Organizations such as Cahier Vert and FéMINistes!, which carry on the School’s work to promote inclusion and equal opportunity.
Individual support for students
Measures to ensure a fair and safe learning environment (prevention and response to gender-based and sexual violence, name changes, support for students with disabilities, financial aid, and scholarships).
Quality of Life and Well-being
Quality of life is essential to the success of students and staff. Mines Paris – PSL implements prevention and support programs:
PSL Student Health Services
Free medical and psychological consultations.
Community psychologists
At the Île-de-France and Sophia Antipolis campuses.
Campus Life
Sports, culture, community organizations, and communal spaces that promote a healthy work-life balance.
Engagement with Science and the Dissemination of Knowledge
Mines Paris – PSL views science outreach and engagement with the general public as a key component of its CSR mission. Its initiatives promote curiosity, inclusion, and the dissemination of scientific culture, including:
Summer Camp
An immersive program designed to help middle and high school students explore science and engineering careers.
Cordées de la Réussite
Support and mentoring for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, to encourage them to pursue careers in science.
Public events
Annual outreach events, workshops, and conferences open to schoolchildren and the general public: Science Festival, Museum Night, science-themed classes, hosting of 9th- and 10th-grade classes and interns, Heritage Days, open houses, etc.
In addition, regular participation by faculty members in debates, roundtables, forums, or workshops on science-society issues: Café des Sciences, Fablab Moebius, talks on women and science, workshops to raise awareness of scientific careers for middle school classes, etc.
Reducing the School’s Carbon Footprint
Mines Paris – PSL is taking direct action on its campuses to minimize its environmental impact:
Energy-efficient renovation
Grand Quartz Project (-30% energy consumption).
Sustainable construction
The Versailles-Satory Innovation Campus, designed to meet the highest standards.
Renewable energy
Installation of solar panels in Fontainebleau.
Sustainable Mobility
Active Mobility Package, Low-Carbon Travel Policy.
Community Engagement and Social Inclusion
The School engages with its campuses and local communities through long-term partnerships and initiatives:
Educational Partnerships and Equal Opportunity
Tutoring programs, academic engagement through the Cahier Vert initiative, and participation in the Cordées de la Réussite program.
Local initiatives
Initiatives on the Sophia Antipolis and Versailles Satory campuses in partnership with local governments and businesses.
Community Engagement
The role of Mines Paris Alumni and the Foundation in student housing and campus life.
A Collective Effort
Mines Paris – PSL’s commitment is also fueled by initiatives led by students and student organizations, which enrich and extend the School’s policies. This collective spirit makes CSR a driving force for transformation and innovation.
