Higher education and sustainability – Alternative futures

In support of the global effort to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, University World News is publishing a series of special reports on higher education and sustainability. This report, themed ‘Education for Sustainable Development – Alternative futures’, explores ways in which the world is changing – and being changed by higher education.

GLOBAL

Indigenous science’s lessons on sustainable development

Nathan M Greenfield

Incorporating Indigenous knowledges into Education for Sustainable Development does not mean simply re-presenting ideas of First Nations’ stories or peoples in curricula; it’s about involving Indigenous peoples in university education to ensure their knowledge is respected and research is useful to Indigenous communities.

GLOBAL

Sustainability and the OECD ‘Trends Shaping Education 2025’

Keith Nuthall and Brenda Dionisi

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s triennial assessment of the direction of all education has told universities that they must anticipate change in an uncertain world being transformed by generative AI, as they consider how to promote the global goal of sustainability.

GLOBAL

ESD futures: Imagining education for a sustainable future

Patrick Blessinger, James Brown, Abhilasha Singh and Beena Giridharan

Education for Sustainable Development helps learners to acquire the skills to make decisions on sustainable options that care for the environment and society. As we imagine the future, ESD will be at the centre of creating a world where sustainability lies at the core of our actions and choices.

GLOBAL

How universities are paving the way for a sustainable future

Libing Wang

Fostering lifelong learning is essential for a sustainable future. Adaptable individuals are key to navigating the challenges ahead. By aligning their missions with the Sustainable Development Goals, universities can empower students to actively contribute to sustainable development, paving the way for a more equitable and sustainable world.

AFRICA

Cultivating research leaders for a sustainable Future Africa

Desmond Thompson

Africa’s scientific landscape faces twin challenges: low research output and limited participation in global scientific discourse. This hinders the continent’s ability to respond to its ‘wicked problems’ and contribute to global knowledge and sustainability. The pioneering Future Africa initiative is taking up the challenge.

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