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Accelerating for momentum
At MSDI, we have been putting the pieces in place. Our approach brings together each part of the system to understand the big picture and their role in transition. We connect solutions to challenges and we build on knowledge to find new ways to create long-term and sustainable impact.
To help us tell a story of sustainable development, we have chosen just a few of our projects and their achievements in 2023. To understand how our work lives in the world, the case studies shared in this year's report share the stories and experiences of our partners, students and alumni.
Our impact in 2023
Monash Sustainable Development Institute (MSDI) is a world leading institute advancing the wellbeing of people and planet through innovative research, education, engagement and impact.
We explore evidence-based solutions to real-world problems and champion systems transformation to achieve the sustainable development goals. We draw on our skills and knowledge and build diverse partnerships to incorporate different perspectives, connecting communities, industries, institutions and government.
Our projects, programs, initiatives, publications and partnerships contribute to six strategic domains: Climate Action, Environment and Health, Sustainable Cities and Regions, Circular Economy, Inclusive Prosperity, and Leadership for the SDGs.
Awards and achievements
Awards
The BehaviourWorks Australia team won the Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Educational Excellence in the category of Industry Education Programs for their Applying Behavioural Science to Create Change micro-credential.
Dr Filia Garivaldis and Associate Professor Annette Bos accept the Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Educational Excellence award
Congratulations to Rob Raven who was named as a Highly Cited Researcher for his impactful work in shaping a healthier, more sustainable world. Each year The Australian's 2024 Research Magazine names 250 top researchers across a breadth of research fields. We are also extremely proud that Rob Raven – appearing for the third year as a research leader in the field of Business, Economics & Management – has been joined by Peter Bragge who was recognised as a research leader in the field of Health Policy & Medical Law.
Jennifer Macklin from BehaviourWorks Australia was recognised for her outstanding achievement promoting a circular economy, as a finalist for the ACE Hub's Circular Leader award.
Congratulations to everyone involved in delivering the eight units taught by our team of MSDI educators whose teaching and curriculum received 'Outstanding' also known as ‘Purple’ status in overall student satisfaction.
Master of Environment and Sustainability units:
ENS5510: Innovation to influence system change
ENS5520: Understanding human behaviour to influence change
ENS5920: Environment and sustainability project (semester 1 and 2)
ENS5340: Transforming cities for sustainability
Units within programs of Faculty of Business and Economics:
BEX3150: Sustainability practice and organisations (undergraduate capstone unit)
BEX5810: Sustainable business and innovation (Masters level)
BEX5200: Climate change and carbon management strategies (Masters Level)
Graduate certificate in Road Safety unit:
CAR5002: Applying behavioural science to road safety
Graduating PhD students
We congratulate our graduating PhD students and wish them well in their sustainable journey: Jennifer Dam, Joel Edwards, Dianty Ningrum, Alexandra Waddell, Bohdi Weaver and Conor Wynn.
(clockwise from top left): Alexandra Waddell and Prof Peter Bragge; Joel Edwards and Dianty Ningrum; Prof Liam Smith and Conor Wynn.
Acknowledgements
Collaboration is the thread that runs through all our work.
At MSDI, we believe in the value and power of systems transformation because we understand that, together, we can achieve more by sharing knowledge and connecting our effort.
We would like to thank our staff for their passion and impact through their work, our Monash University collaborators for their partnership and co-creation, our advisory and governance boards for their guidance, our peers and partners for their valuable contributions, our funders for their support, our students for their commitment, and our guest speakers for their generous intelligence.
You all help to accelerate momentum towards a shared sustainable future.
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