Organizations Search
The Security and Sustainability GuideWe have an extensive list of organizations concerned with Security and/or Sustainability. The SSG team is working to supply all the entries in this list with at least a brief abstract of their activities and goals.Â
Our organization descriptions are based on information provided on the website. We often quote organization slogans, mission, and/or vision statements, but in many instances condense these statements or select the most relevant themes. If we have misstated or overlooked major programs, activities, or publications, we apologize and hope that organizations will offer corrections. Â
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It is one of the University of the Sunshine Coast’s flagship research concentrations. It focuses on societal adaptation, "more specifically, understanding the social dimensions of regional environmental change." This focus...
It is a general incorporated association, which actively "disseminates and promotes public awareness toward the formation of sustainability in society amongst businesses, local governments and the general public while nurturing...
Sustainability Summit | The Economist Events (2020; London; events.economist.com) The Economist’s sixth annual Sustainability Week "will provide actionable insights and solutions to help businesses on their path to greater sustainability."...
The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education audits educational institutions through the STARS program by employing a “transparent, self-reporting framework for colleges and universities to measure their...
The organisations main focus is sustainability transitions i.e. the long-term transformation processes of established industries, socio-technical systems and societies to more sustainable modes of production and consumption. It's mission is...
Sustainability University Foundation(2015; Amsterdam; 4 staff; sustainabilityuniversity.org) A global platform contributing "to a more sustainable business world and society by connecting all sustainability professionals, gather their strengths, knowledge and practical...
In Brief (2005, London; https://www.sej.org/library/useful-links/sustainability-science-practice-policy) peer-reviewed, open access, semi?annual
It envisions an investment universe where a shared understanding of companies’ sustainability performance enables companies and investors to make informed decisions that drive improved sustainability outcomes and thereby lead to...
The non-profit environmental organization works to make the "nation’s food and fuel systems more efficient and resilient." They use "public education to reduce oil usage and increase food availability in...
The "industry-wide group of leading apparel and footwear brands, retailers, manufacturers, non-governmental organizations, academic experts, and government organizations" works to "reduce the environmental and social impacts of apparel, footwear, and...
The global community of brand innovators works together with a goal to"inspire, engage, and equip business leaders and practitioners who see social and environmental challenges as an essential driver of...
The European based international NGO aims to provide "competent assistance for building sustainable capacity in institutions, organizations and leaders engaged in nation building and social human development." It's vision is...
A think tank for sustainability working "across disciplines that match the complexity of cities to address sustainability challenges." Shares its "expertise with scholars, policymakers, community leaders, and project partners" through...
It is a research group at the Finland Futures Research Centre (FFRC). It conducts energy and climate research and designs and implements capacity-building projects in the developing regions of the...
It works “to transform decision-making processes of natural resource management so the benefits are shared equally.” It “aims to create a space for the participation of local communities in decision...
The "media platform was created for a forward-thinking community, based on advance interaction schemes." Their publishing efforts are aimed at fostering "the creation of a new international community of highly...
Founded on the recommendation of the Pakistan National Conservation Strategy (NCS), also called Pakistan’s Agenda 21. It is a policy research institution in Pakistan, which works on the dimensions of...
It is focused on all aspects of development, including livelihoods, the environment, and the economy. Its mission is to serve as a source of expertise for policy analysis and development,...
A partnership of UN Environment and ANT Financial to leverage digital technologies to enhance financing for sustainability.
Part of Regis University, it seeks to "foster the development of sustainable economic enterprises honoring humanity and the Earth through education, collaborative scholarship and convening." Thus, it aims to "play...
It works to cultivate "a new legal landscape that supports community resilience and grassroots economic empowerment", aiming to help communities to "develop their own sustainable sources of food, housing, energy,...
Sustainable Endowments Institute (2005; Boston; 3 staff; www.endowmentinstitute.org) Is a project of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors conducting “research, education and outreach to advance resilient institutional responses to the climate crisis.” Initiatives:...
Is an “academic and scientific forum of Asia-Pacific” working on “global warming and climate change in relation to energy security issues.” It “calls for strong and committed cooperations and participation...
Is an independent organization with close ties to the UN striving to support and mobilize actions contributing to the attainment of SDG7, calling for “universal access to sustainable energy by...
Is a “group of individuals and corporate organizations promoting information and supporting action which will help move New Zealand towards a sustainable energy system.” This system involves “sourcing, transforming ,...