At the Institute for Sustainable Communities, we give passionate, committed people the tools and skills they need to inspire active citizenship, protect the environment, and take on climate change.
What We Do
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Building the "Next American Economy""We can go from being a world leader in climate pollution to being a world leader in climate solutions," said Van Jones at ISC's Climate Leadership Academy on Green Job Creation. more |
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Shaping Macedonia's FutureISC celebrated 15 years in Macedonia by completing a five-year project designed to help a core group of nonprofits become strong leaders that can support the larger sector into the future. more |
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Developing Low-Carbon Cities in ChinaIn July 2010, ISC hosted its first two international Climate Leadership Academies, focused on low-carbon city planning in China's two most industrialized provinces. more |
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22 Cities Take on Climate ChangeWe counted down to Earth Day this year with our list of how cities are improving quality of life while saving money and protecting the environment, and safeguarding public health. more |
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Clinton Highlights the EHS AcademyThe Clinton Global Initiative is featuring ISC's efforts to boost environment, health and safety compliance in Chinese factories and significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. more |
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In China, the Next Generation Takes On Climate ChangeOver 400 students attended an evening educational workshop, which featured dancing, games, and student projects—all aimed at helping the community understand the impact of its energy choices. more |
Climate & Environment
We are helping U.S cities ramp up energy efficiency, create green jobs, and tackle climate disruption.
China
A Chinese-led training center for factory managers will help industry move to a low-carbon economy.
U.S. Gulf Coast
On the U.S. Gulf Coast, 12 hurricane-devastated communities aim to become more resilient.
ISC News
News Article
08.14.2010 Bridge the Gulf Youth Media Workshop Helps Gulf Coast Youth tell Their Stories
ISC's Gulf Coast Sustainable Communities Network organized a digital media workshop that helps young people tell their...
News Article
07.28.2010 Multi-National Group of Young Community Leaders Visits ISC
A group of 26 young leaders from around the globe visited ISC as part of the International Visitor Leadership Program to...
Event
09.20.2010 Climate Leadership Academy on Adaptation and Resilience
In September 2010, ISC will hold a fourth U.S. academy to help cities assess, prioritize, and address the local impacts...