…Opportunities: My encounter with women students’ cohort
Q1: Could you share some insights into your work with the Global Sustainable Futures Network…
GSFN CIC and EDFDI Partnership
GSFN CIC and EDFDI Join Forces to Advance Sustainability and Combat Climate Change [Wokingham, UK and Port Said, Egypt] – June 24, 2024 – In a landmark partnership aimed at driving sustainable development and addressing climate change, the Global Sustainable Futures Network CIC (GSFN CIC) and Egypt The Dream Foundation for Development and Innovation (EDFDI)…
GSFN sets the stage with CarbonEx to implement projects contributing to NDCs
We are thrilled to announce our new partnership with CarbonEx, a pioneering organization promoting sustainable agriculture and climate resilience. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our shared commitment to sustainability, climate mitigation, and adaptation efforts that benefit local communities, farmers and the environment. Empowering Farmers for Climate Resilience Climate change profoundly threatens agricultural…
JOIN US
I appreciate your interest in joining the GSFN network. I am thrilled to have you join us as our international Global South Capacity Building Community coordinator. You’re not just joining a network but a community of like-minded professionals. During our monthly GSFN GLOBAL SOUTH summits, coordinators will have an exclusive space for taking key roles, presenting,…
LOOK BEYOND OIL
As we commemorate World Environment Day 2024, 5 June, we must reflect on our responsibility towards environmental sustainability and explore pathways to a greener, more resilient future. Against the backdrop of the Niger Delta’s significant role in Nigeria’s oil industry, the Beyond Oil Conference was organised by the GSFN Community Global Chair, Research, Advocacy, and Education, Diolu Tobechukwu…
Science Missions for Sustainability Call
Calling partners to join us for the Expression of Interest for Science Missions for Sustainability The International Science Council (ICS) is at the forefront of Science Missions for Sustainability. It defines it as the science actively engaging with society to address complex sustainability challenges. These missions are characterized by their clearly defined goal and scope,…
EmpowerHER EGYPT
We are embarking on an exciting women’s development and empowerment project in EGYPT. The EmpowerHER project will address the gender gap and help Egypt tap into a larger talent pool essential for economic growth. The project will invest in women’s education and the development of a highly skilled workforce in STEM. The project will stimulate…
Communities Carbon Calculator (CCC) Pilot
We propose Communities Carbon Calculator, which is about designing eco-friendly, low-carbon, energy-efficient, resilient and sustainable production and consumption systems for the diverse agroecosystems worldwide. The primary concept is to have meaningful, interrelated, inter-sectoral collaborative four (4) Carbon Interventions: See why we should be worried about Carbon in Agriculture by Liz Bowles, CEO of The Farm…
GSFN – METAGOOD RESEARCH & INDUSTRIES PAKISTAN Global South Summit
The Sustainable Design Council and METAGOOD RESEARCH & INDUSTRIES, led by Muhammad Turab Randhawa, with Bilal Farooq from Pakistan, and GSFN, brought a global collective that applies “good planet” design thinking for new systems thinking and actions for change systems that are comprehensively aligned to the 17 Global SDGs. The unique GSFN Global South Summit…
FRIDAY IDEA EXCHANGE
FRIDAY IDEA EXCHANGE is a unique program providing a space for people worldwide to present their work on the best sustainable practices. We conduct monthly events every second and third Friday of the month, which serves as a public engagement and knowledge exchange platform. These monthly meetings invite speakers, training, lectures, brainstorming sessions and networking….
Infinity Eight Productions
The Global Sustainable Futures has partnered with Infinity Eight Productions. Both parties agree to exchange knowledge and insight on climate change and sustainable development goals (SDGs), focusing on their core areas of expertise during conferences and relevant events. This exchange may include, but is not limited to, participation in e-books, joint workshops, and collaborative research…
Annual Conferences GSFN2023
Showcase your achievements The GSFN2023 was designed to showcase your achievements. We invited you to submit proposals where three stakeholders had worked together to deliver a product or service to the society/community. One of the sessions was a panel discussion showcasing exemplary demonstrations. The panel has three people: one academic, one business/community, and one representative of…
Global South Summits
Global Sustainable Futures Network (GSFN) is embarking on an exciting new journey of capacity development at community levels in the Global South. Capacity building of Global South in addressing the severe challenges of climate change and achieving sustainable development goals is essential and urgent. Equipping countries, communities and individuals with knowledge, skills and resources can…
The research-based programs will drive communities of practice
The Global Sustainable Futures Network (GSFN) facilitates the provision of information, training, and support to build and strengthen the capacity of the Global South to identify local, regional and national issues, drivers and opportunities. The GSFN provides an open, transparent, worldwide platform to identify partners and technology to make informed technology choices, find appropriate partners,…
20 M Farmers Initiative: FARM CARBON AFRICA
Facilitating Agricultural Resilience through Market-Driven Carbon Opportunities for Regenerative and Nature-Based Solutions We are thrilled to launch FARM-CARBON AFRICA, a pioneering initiative dedicated to transforming African agriculture by empowering 20 million smallholder and Indigenous farmers to directly benefit from the global carbon economy. FARM-CARBON AFRICA: Empowering 20 Million Farmers for Climate Resilience and Prosperity Led…
Lighting Talk: Plastic and Gender – A Hidden Crisis
We’re all aware of the global plastic crisis—its massive environmental toll, from overflowing landfills to plastic pollution in our oceans. Yet, what’s often overlooked is how plastic disproportionately affects women. We’re seeing gender bias embedded in every phase of the plastic life cycle, from production to disposal. Let’s start with consumption. Women generally use more…
Modular Housing: A Game-Changer for a Greener Future
By Dr. Renuka Thakore | Founder & CEO, Global Sustainable Futures Network CICLecturer in Environment and Sustainability, University of Central Lancashire As the construction industry grapples with its environmental footprint, modular and prefabricated housing is emerging as a transformative force in the shift towards sustainability. I am honoured to be featured as the lead expert…
Youth, AI, Art & Climate Change: A New Era of Climate Action
In the face of a rapidly changing climate, the voices of young people are rising with urgency and creativity. No longer limited to traditional advocacy, today’s youth are blending technology and imagination — especially through AI and art — to create powerful movements for environmental change. The Intersection of AI, Art, and Climate Action We…
Innovative Agricultural Research Takes Center Stage at Kiboko Field Trip During CGIAR Science Week
Date of Trip: 05/04/2025 | Location: Kiboko Research Station, Kenya In a landmark event held at the Kiboko Research Station in Kenya, the CGIAR Science Week brought together a diverse group of stakeholders in the agricultural sector to explore the latest research and innovations aimed at promoting food security and sustainable farming. The field trip,…
Driving Sustainable Impact: An Exclusive Online Guest Lecture
On March 26, 2025, the GRG School of Management Studies, Coimbatore, hosted a captivating online session focused on climate action, carbon accounting, and ESG initiatives. The event was graced by the presence of Dr. Renuka Thakore, who shared her expert insights into the nuances of carbon accounting, the significance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)…
…Opportunities: My encounter with women students’ cohort
Q1: Could you share some insights into your work with the Global Sustainable Futures Network (GSFN) and how it contributes to driving sustainable impact? A1: As the Founder and CEO of Global Sustainable Futures Network (GSFN), I lead a dynamic global community committed to advancing sustainable development and climate resilience, particularly across the Global South….
Establishment of the Cameroon Climate Panel at the University of Maroua (UMa)
A Milestone in Advancing Climate Action and Sustainable Development The University of Maroua (UMa) has taken a historic step in advancing Cameroon’s climate agenda by establishing the Cameroon Climate Panel, a multi-stakeholder initiative focused on climate resilience, carbon markets, renewable energy, and sustainability. This pioneering effort, led by the university’s Rector, demonstrates Cameroon’s commitment to…
GSFN NEPAL HOSTED ENERGY EFFICIENCY & DISARMAMENT: TWIN PILLARS OF SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
06 Mar 2025 On March 5th, 2025, a collaborative symposium, “Energy Efficiency and Disarmament: Twin Pillars of a Sustainable Future,” was convened by Eco Climate Innovation, Community Leadership Nepal Foundation, AIROI, Good Mind Center, Global Sustainable Future Network, Lumbini World Peace Forum, and Pace e Giustizia, Cuore di Donna, under the leadership team of Ujjwal…
World Speech Day: Celebrating 10 Years of Unexpected Voices
GSFN will join the 10-year celebration of unexpected voices with the Founder of World Speech Day, Simon Gibson. Welcome to World Speech Day (WSD), a day to celebrate speeches and speech-making through live and virtual public speaking events worldwide. Since 2015, WSD has inspired people in over 100 countries to speak up, share ideas, and…
