SRI Talks
Dialogues on the Future of Sustainability
SRI Talks is a series of live virtual events created to provide participants with engaging interactions with experts, policy makers, actors and innovators shaping the future of sustainability.
These high-level conversations are based on the SRI2021 Congress Pillars and bring together foremost thinkers and leaders across various fields and sectors critical for sustainability transitions.
Panellists will engage in forward-looking discussions about the major strategic issues, opportunities, threats, trends and actions that the system of people and institutions must address to enable sustainable development.
These 60-minute SRI Talks will be broadcast live through the SRI2021 virtual platform and will include a moderated discussion and live audience Q&A. This series is free to attend for all registered particpants of SRI2021.
SRI2025: A Transformative Week of Action, Insight, and Global Community
The 2025 Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress (SRI2025), centered in Chicago, came to a powerful close on June 19, after four days of groundbreaking dialogue, creative expression, and cross-sector collaboration. Co-convened by Future Earth and the Belmont...
5 Reasons to Attend SRI2025
The Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress (SRI2025) is one of the largest sustainability events — and in 2025, it’s coming to the U.S. for the first time ever. From June 16–19, join thousands of scientists, policy leaders, innovators, and community advocates...
How bold ideas at SRI2025 will inspire lifelong climate changemakers
Ask Ashish Sharma about the Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress (SRI2025), and he’ll assure you it’s a vibrant gathering that unites the academic-industry-civic community through knowledge sharing that leads to action. We asked Sharma, Discovery...
SRI2025 and University of Illinois System Announce Congress Partners and Sponsors
The University of Illinois System and the Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress are proud to announce the partners and sponsors powering SRI2025 Congress, a global conference focused on sustainability solutions set to take place June 16-19 at the Sheraton...
SRI Congress and Chicago Innovation Partner to Host Global Climate Summit in Chicago
CHICAGO, IL – April 22, 2025 – The Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress (SRI) and Chicago Innovation today announced their partnership to host the Chicago Innovation Climate Summit at the Sheraton Hotel in Chicago on June 18, 2025. The summit will be a key...
The climate clock is ticking. At SRI2025, we collaborate to hit reset.
This summer’s Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress (SRI2025) will bring together scientists, changemakersand others who are addressing the current and future impacts of climate change through innovation and action. We asked climate expert Don Wuebbles to...
SDSN Joins SRI2025 as a Lead Partner to Accelerate Innovative Pathways for Global Sustainability
The United Nations Sustainable Development Network is joining forces with the Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress for SRI2025 in Chicago. SDSN will collaborate with SRI as a lead partner, working to advance sustainability thought leadership through...
Become an Exhibitor at SRI2025
**The call for exhibitors has now closed** Showcase your own work or the work of your organization to the global SRI2025 audience SRI2025 is offering two exhibit opportunities designed to accommodate a range of participants. Whether you’re an organization looking to...
The Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress Wins Anthem Award
The Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress has been named a winner in Sustainability, Environment, & Climate in the 4th Annual Anthem Awards. Anthem Winners are selected by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences. Since 2021, the...
Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress invites proposals for 2025 annual event in Chicago
Global platform to focus on Pathways to Sustainable Solutions URBANA, Ill. — Organizers of the 2025 Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress are seeking session proposals from groups working to develop and implement solutions that are necessary to create a more...
Global congress opens with call for inclusive, evidence-based action to accelerate a sustainability transformation
The Sustainability Research + Innovation Congress, now in its fourth edition, offers 1500+ global changemakers the opportunity to collaborate across borders and sectors for an accelerated and equitable global sustainability transformation.HELSINKI, 10 June 2024 –...
Open Access Session: The Future of Transdisciplinary Sustainability Science
Session sponsored by:In light of the fact that the world will fall short of meeting the Sustainable Development Goals and targets set for 2030, we use this session to take a look at what we can do differently in sustainability science. This session focuses on work of...
Join a Special Event at SRI/SSD2024: Sustainable Cities Discussion Forum & Reception
The City of Helsinki will host a forum focused on urban sustainability followed by a reception on 13 June. The Sustainable Cities Discussion Forum convenes individuals with a keen interest in urban sustainability to engage in meaningful conversations surrounding...
Open Access Session: Sustainability Science Today and Going Forward with Nature Sustainability
Session sponsored by:The panel will discuss where sustainability science is in terms of academic recognition, societal visibility and policy influence, what kind of strategic partnerships must be forged and how to expand and strengthen the impact of sustainability...
Open Access Session: Transforming Society – How Strategic Research Impacts Thinking and Practices with Finnish Research Council
Session sponsored by:The Strategic Research Council (SRC), an independent body within the Research Council of Finland, is dedicated to fostering excellent, responsible, and impactful research. The SRC emphasizes active collaboration between knowledge generators and...
Open Access Session: Science for Policy Podcast: Live Recording with SAPEA
The Science for Policy podcast has built up a loyal following of S4P professionals and enthusiasts, and a large archive of interviews with science advisors, researchers, politicians and policymakers. But it’s never been recorded with a live audience – until today!...
Open Access Session: Empowering Resilient Communities: Interactive Strategies for Asia and Arctic Futures with Academia Sinica
Session sponsored by:The "Empowering Resilient Communities" interactive roundtable is a pivotal platform poised to spotlight actionable solutions and knowledge at the intersection of community-driven initiatives and sustainable development in vulnerable regions like...
Open Access Session: The Frontiers Planet Prize: Unlocking Pathways to Solutions through Transformational Science with Frontiers Research Foundation
Session sponsored by:The Frontiers Planet Prize is a global science competition that recognizes and rewards scientists whose research contributes to accelerating the solutions needed, to allow humanity to thrive within the nine planetary boundaries. Launched on Earth...