
Capacity Building

Interlude between Carbon Credit and Circular Economy
Picture: Ahsan, M., Singh, M., Singh, R.P., Yadav, V., Tandon, S., Saikia, B.K., Karak, T. and Khare, P., 2022. An innovative circular model for recycling the wastes into biochar using distillation units. Journal of Cleaner Production, 361, p.132258. Responses to questions in the webinar focusing on the socio-economic and humanitarian sector by Dr Renuka Thakore, Founder &…

Diversity Equality Inclusivity: The Emerging Catalyst for Holistic ESG. An Environmental Expert’s and Neuroatypical Perspective
by Magdalena Konopielko This article is the result of my dedicated work, developed with artificial intelligence as a valuable tool throughout its creation process. While ESG frameworks mature, a crucial element is finally gaining the recognition it deserves, though perhaps not yet its full due: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)…
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…

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…

Join the Nepal Global South Summit – GSFN Annual Conference 2024
Date: 18-19-20 December 2024Location: Kathmandu, Nepal (Online) Welcome to the Nepal Global South Summit Host Country Lead & Chair: Dr Ujjwal Amatya Join us in the heart of Nepal for the Global Sustainable Futures Network (GSFN) Annual Conference 2024—a landmark event gathering global leaders, researchers, policy experts, and grassroots advocates dedicated to advancing sustainable development….

GSFN joins hands with UDYAMA
GSFN is proud to join hands with UDYAMA Glocal International Pvt Ltd UDYAMA Glocal International Pvt Ltd facilitates Local Action & Global networking towards risk-informed resilient development, livelihoods and climate adaptation added with inclusion and innovations towards contributing to achieving SDGs. UDYAMA Achievements Facilitates Network Based Local Initiative Approach and Strategy Community of Practice

GSFN Green Awards: A Global Initiative
GSFN Green Awards: A Global Initiative for Sustainable Progress The GSFN Green Awards is the flagship program of the Global Sustainable Futures Network (GSFN) CIC, designed to recognise and promote excellence in sustainability across industries, projects, cities, and technology zones. These awards are dedicated to advancing the global green economy by celebrating grassroots initiatives that…