What we do
We work to create a world that is socially, ecologically and economically just and safe, where everyone has the resources and skills they need to flourish. The Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) brings together expertise from a diverse range of disciplines to deliver practical solutions for our partners, and to empower our students to effect positive change in the years to come.
Our strategy
ISF’s 2025-2027 strategy outlines where and how we can make the most impact, considering the complex global challenges we’re facing.
ISF’s award-winning graduate research program for Masters and Doctoral research empowers students to create a better future in their chosen field.
Find out more about how we can help you with our consulting and research services.
Bespoke education for professionals in business, government and civil society organisations.
Systems innovation
ISF is proud to incorporate Climate-KIC Australia (C-KIC). C-KIC works alongside ISF’s research programs to convene and coordinate collaborative efforts to deliver climate action across interconnected elements that underpin systems that shape our society.
Our research projects
A new project delivered by ISF and the NRMA explores the potential benefits of bidirectional charging for Australia's electricity grid and its consumers. The future looks bright.
Taking a systems approach to understand the role of blue foods as nature-based solutions in the Pacific region.
Research funded by JMI and Boundless to address the urgent need to involve and support NSW Aboriginal communities in participating and leading the energy transition.
Meeting the energy and data demands of AI adoption
Uncertain about the impact of AI on energy consumption? Turns out that so too are IT managers who are key to AI deployment.
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Our proposed build-to-rent-to-own model would mean residents could buy a stake in the development they live in – without a deposit or bank loan.
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Building evaluation capacity: short course for Cambodian government officials
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Leading up to COP30, the UTS Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) has identified six priority research areas to support the global transition to net zero
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Our proposed build-to-rent-to-own model would mean residents could buy a stake in the development they live in – without a deposit or bank loan.
News
Could this be a great option for decarbonisation?
News
Building evaluation capacity: short course for Cambodian government officials
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Leading up to COP30, the UTS Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) has identified six priority research areas to support the global transition to net zero