The ITI Switch – Interdisciplinary Thematic Institute | Water and Urban Sustainability – focuses its research and education activities on the socio-ecological transformation of water and urban systems in response to climatic and anthropogenic challenges.

Supported by the University of Strasbourg and the CNRS within the framework of excellence initiatives (ANR-10-IDEX-0002 and ANR-20-SFRI-0012), ITI Switch brings together 105 members from 8 joint research units (UMRs) and 11 university faculties, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.

Through transdisciplinary approaches, ITI Switch aims to understand, co-design, co-test, and disseminate solutions for the sustainability of socio-hydrosystems. Its work is grounded in seven "Living Labs" that engage scientists, local authorities, private stakeholders, and citizens at the local level, while contributing to international visibility.

Explore our mission and values in our dedicated charter, which formalizes and guides our collective efforts in sustainability research and education.