School of Global Environmental Sustainability
Environmental Research, Future Earth, Higher Education Programs, Interdisciplinary Studies, Sustainability
It was founded with the vision to create a “world that is environmentally healthy, socially equitable, and economically vibrant.” It strives “to confront global changes in the environment by providing...
Scherman Foundation
It provides grants to support organizations working on creating "a more just, equitable, democratic, and sustainable society." While prioritizing "long-term general operating funds in support of nonprofit organizations and leaders"...
Savory Institute
Savory Institute (2009; Boulder, CO; 11 staff; savory.global) It aims to facilitate the large-scale regeneration of the world’s grasslands and the livelihoods of their inhabitants; working to equip "land managers...
Save Our Species | IUCN
It works with the IUCN Species Survival Commission (SSC) to "develop and select projects in line with globally agreed conservation strategies", prioritizing "the species most in need: those assessed as Vulnerable,...
Santa Clara University Center for Sustainability
Higher Education Programs, Sustainability Education, University Programs, University Sustainability Programs
A university center that aims to advance “academic and public understanding of the ways in which social justice and sustainability intersect by integrating principles of social, environmental, and economic sustainability...
Salzburg Global Seminar
An independent, non-profit organization with a mission to challenge current and future leaders to shape a better world. The organization runs various programs and residencies, uniting individuals from diverse backgrounds....
Safina Center
A nonprofit working to advance the environmental protection with "an original blend of science, art, and literature in the form of award-winning books and articles, scientific research, photography, films, sound-art,...
Saferworld
Is a non-profit non-governmental international organization with “with programs in nearly 20 countries and territories across Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Europe.” It strives” to prevent violent conflict and...
SAFE
A registered civil society organization working at a "science-society interface towards sustainable environment development and poverty alleviation in the Indian ecoregion of South Asia." Consequently, it works towards a "global...
Sabin Center for Climate Change Law
As part of Columbia Law School, they develop legal techniques to fight climate change, resources on climate law and regulation, model laws and best practices. Publications: Climate Law Blog Events:...
Rural Advancement Foundation International-USA
It recognizes that the "food system is deeply inequitable, where rural communities — their land, animals and people — are exploited to benefit corporate power structures." To change this, the...
Ruckus Society
The nonprofit, multi-racial network of trainers is "dedicated to providing the necessary tools, preparation, and support to build direct action capacity for ecological justice and social change movements". It sponsors...
RTI International
It strives to improve the human condition by addressing the world's most critical problems with science-based solutions. It works across diverse practice areas, centers, and emerging issues. Through independent research...
Royal Society Science Policy Centre
It was established in the run-up to the Royal Society's 350th Anniversary in "order to strengthen the independent voice of science in UK, European and international policy". It aims to...
Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil
A non-profit initiative that unites stakeholder to transform the palm oil industry. Its 3,300+ members represent ~20% of palm oil produced worldwide. RSPO has developed a set of environmental and...
Rotary International
A service organization with a global network of 1.4 million members. Its mission is to serve others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the fellowship of...
RootsAction
An online initiative and petition platform dedicated to galvanizing people who are committed to economic fairness, equal rights for all, civil liberties, environmental protection, and defunding wars. They claim to...
Roots & Shoots
Dr. Jane Goodall created the Roots & Shoots program "in order to empower and encourage youth of all ages to pursue their passion, mobilize their peers, and become the compassionate...
Rocky Mountain Institute
Energy, Energy Transition, Green Economy, Green Leaders, Market Solutions, Natural Capitalism, Resource Efficiency and Protection
It encourages efficient and restorative use of resources, aiming to transform global energy use to create a clean, prosperous, and secure low-carbon future. And also pushes for the global energy...
Rockefeller Foundation
Cities, City Planning, Climate | Energy Finance, Climate Innovation, Energy Innovation, Food, Food Waste, Foundations: Grant-Giving, Future Cities, Green Finance, Impact Investment, Resilience, Risk and Resilience, Smart Energy, Sustainable Cities
The Rockefeller Foundation has built a reputation as a trailblazer that convenes unlikely partnerships and sparks innovations for transformative change. It advances new science, data, policy, and innovation frontiers to...