Sustainable Development
Sustainable Development
In 2016, Monash University announced its commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals through all operations, education and research. Monash (through MSDI) is also the regional hub for the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network and Sustainable Development is a focus of the Monash Research Agenda. Here at MSDI, the Sustainable Development Goals are the guiding framework for all our work.
But what is sustainable development? And just what are the SDGs?
Explore how MSDI and Monash are making a difference.
What is sustainable development?
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs also. Sustainable development conceives of a world where our prosperity doesn’t cost us the Earth.
Introducing the SDGs
In 2015, the United Nations and its 193 member countries adopted the ambitious Sustainable Development Goals. Now we’re playing our part to help realise them. Explore the goals here and see how Monash is playing it’s part.
Sustainable Development at Monash
Sustainability is a core Monash value. That’s why Monash strives to be a leader and champion for sustainable development in both our research and organisational values.
SDSN Australia, New Zealand and Pacific
MSDI is host to the regional hub of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, a global network of universities that is mobilising global scientific to help realise the SDGs.
Transforming Australia 2020
We’re tracking Australia’s progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals in our special 2020 Update to the Transforming Australia Report.
Social Systems Evidence for the SDGs
We’ve partnered with McMaster University in Canada to create the world’s most comprehensive repository of research evidence.
AI for Better Governance
The problems identified by the SDGs are complex. That’s why we’re working to help decision makers tackle them using AI in innovative and new ways.
Local SDGS Project
MSDI is collaborating with Deakin University and other partners to chart pathways to achieving the SDGs in local communities. Learn more.
Sustainable Fashion and the SDGs
Our Circular Textile Economy team is championing a more sustainable Fashion Industry for Australia. Explore how a circular textile economy can help us achieve the SDGs.