International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education: Volume 8 Issue 3

Institutional commitment to sustainability: An evaluation of natural resource extension programs in universities in Alabama and Oregon

The purpose of this research is to determine institutional commitment to sustainability by examining Natural Resource Extension program inputs, activities, and participation.

Promoting sustainability values within career‐oriented degree programmes: A case study analysis

This paper aims to analyse an initiative to provide learners on “career‐based” programmes with opportunities to reflect upon their values within the context of sustainability.

The failure of non‐binding declarations to achieve university sustainability: A need for accountability

This paper aims to assess the impact and value of non‐binding agreements or declarations in achieving sustainability in universities.

Dissonance in students' perceptions of sustainable development and sustainability: Implications for curriculum change

An online questionnaire survey was conducted to explore University of Plymouth students' perceptions and understandings of, and attitudes towards, sustainable development and…

Institutional motivations and barriers to the construction of green buildings on campus: A case study of the University of Waterloo, Ontario

To explore the barriers and motivations to the construction of green buildings at the University of Waterloo (UW) by documenting and analysing the UW building process.

Evaluating an environmental literacy requirement chosen as a method to produce environmentally literate university students

Few US universities choose an environmental literacy requirement (ELR) as a method to increase student environmental literacy. Even fewer universities have evaluated their ELRs…

UN marks milestone for Kyoto CDM

The American Council for the United Nations University – Millenium Project

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Challenging the Chip- Labor Rights and Environmental Justice in the Global Electronics Industry

50 Reasons to Buy Fair Trade

Living System – Making Sense of Sustainability

Diary

Fair Trade Timber

Campaign raises awareness on sustainability

South Africa to stimulate research and development in clean energy

Editorial

Ecosystems Services and Poverty Alleviation (ESPA) Programme - Funding Opportunity

Ecology Learning: Sustainability, Lifelong Learning and Everyday Life

Reality Check: The Nature and Performance of Voluntary Environmental Programs in the United States, Europe, and Japan

Sustainable Practice for the Facilities Manager