A successful sustainable development agenda requires partnerships between governments, the private sector and civil society. These inclusive partnerships built upon principles and values, a shared vision, and shared goals that place people and the planet at the centre, are needed at the global, regional, national and local level.
Urgent action is needed to mobilize, redirect and unlock the transformative power of trillions of dollars of private resources to deliver on sustainable development objectives. Long-term investments, including foreign direct investment, are needed in critical sectors, especially in developing countries. These include sustainable energy, infrastructure and transport, as well as information and communications technologies. The public sector will need to set a clear direction. Review and monitoring frameworks, regulations and incentive structures that enable such investments must be retooled to attract investments and reinforce sustainable development. National oversight mechanisms such as supreme audit institutions and oversight functions by legislatures should be strengthened.
Learn more at: http://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/globalpartnerships/
This paper explores how the Caribbean could build a 100% locally made fashion value stream. It looks at materials, technology, and feasibility, showing a roadmap for sustainable, region-driven fashion. Participation in the global fashion industry
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Inland ports reduce congestion, support trade, and create jobs while cutting emissions. This paper reviews their role in regional growth and shows strategies to better align port operations with sustainability goals. Inland ports are increasingly
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This study looks at how choosing certain plants with traits like shade, leaves, and crown shape can help Puerto Rico communities face climate disasters. It shows how individual and community decisions play a big role
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This case study shows how PEER Consultants used sustainable engineering to install wastewater systems in rural Alabama. By involving the community and tailoring solutions to culture and needs, they improved health, equity, and long-term sanitation
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US climate policy keeps changing with each president, while the EU stays steady. This creates uncertainty but also chances for ISEs to work on risk planning, supply chains, data, and sustainability in business. Dramatic swings
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Abstract: Food banks work to address the problem of food insecurity for low-income and underrepresented populations. The food bank acquires food and distributes it to their partner agencies, who, in ton, distribute the food to
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Abstract: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) capabilities have the potential for large-scale impact to tackle some of the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges and help alleviate the suffering of millions of people. Although
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The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) handles major transportation hubs and infrastructure within the state, including Logan Airport in Boston, waterfront property, cruise ship terminals and shipping ports. They have undergone a period of extensive reviews
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John Corliss shares his 40+ years of experience applying Industrial and Systems Engineering tools and problem-solving methods to the public sector. This focus on government and public sector is often overlooked for new graduates or
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This panel discussion was held at the 2020 IISE Virtual Conference on Nov 2, 2020. The focus of the discussion was aligned to UN Sustainable Development Goal 17 – Partnerships. John Corliss, Gokhan Egilmez, and
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