ISF is an independent research institute within the University of Technology Sydney. We conduct transdisciplinary, project-based research in line with our vision of creating positive change towards sustainable futures. Browse a selection of our projects below.

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.

Does Africa have enough renewable energy for an economic boom?

Building climate skills and competencies for Australia's financial system.

How research into simple home upgrades transformed lives, cut energy bills and reshaped government policy.

Taking a precinct-wide approach to sustainability was key to achieving the ambitious vision for Central Park.

Institute for Sustainable Futures

Offshore wind in Australia

In a collaboration between research centres and trade unions, ISF found that Australia has the perfect conditions to support a thriving offshore wind industry.

Wealth from waste

The Wealth from Waste cluster of projects placed ISF and its project partners at the vanguard of circular economic thinking, whereby adjustments along resource supply chains could reduce landfill, increase environmental sustainability and create employment opportunities at the same time.

Networks Renewed

There is an emerging perception that solar PV is troublesome for the performance of Australian electricity networks by potentially increasing voltage variability. The Networks Renewed trial aimed to address that perception by clearly demonstrating how solar PV and batteries can instead be a valuable resource for the businesses who manage electricity networks; changing the problem into a solution.