2010 Global 100 profiles the 100 most sustainable corporations in the world - those that have been the most pro-active in managing environmental, social and governance issues. The interactive map and introductory film may be useful tools for engaging students.
Economics
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2010 Global 100: The Definitive Corporate Sustainability Benchmark
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Global 100
Case study, Multimedia, Reference material
Aim to sustain
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Australian Institute of Management South Australia
The Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Development prepares managers to lead their organisations and the community into a sustainable future. We are committed to the protection and enhancement of the environment and believe that adopting and advocating sustainable environmental, social and business practices is essential for the growth of our economy and the survival of our planet.
ARIES projects for the Business and Industry Sector
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ARIES
Case study, Reference material
Reports, reviews, case studies and research findings on a range of issues dealing with business, industry and sustainability. The project 'Embedding sustainability in MBA programs' is particularly useful for empowering and engaging academics to achieve curricula and organisational change for sustainability.
Article 13 - The Responsible Business Experts
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Article 13
Case study, Networks, Reference material, Workshops & seminars
A site focused on risk management for business organisations with a focus on corporate social responsibility, sustainable development and governance. The site has a comprehensive list of case studies and details of workshops exploring such issues as social impact, green learning and responsible business.
Ashridge Centre for Business and Sustainability
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Ashridge Centre for Business and Sustainability
Case study, Multimedia, Reference material, Workshops & seminars
A site dedicated to sustainable development and the implications it has for leadership, strategy and change in organisations.
Beyond Grey Pinstripes
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Beyond Grey Pinstripes
Syllabus
Contains nearly 300 course syllabi available for download. Simply search the coursework database (comprises nearly 2000 courses from over 120 schools) and click on the relevant syllabus. Topics include sustainable business strategies, sustainable communities, energy, environment and economics and corporate social responsibility and business ethics.
Earth citizenship: A conceptual framework for learning for sustainability
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NSW Dept Education & Training
Reference material, Toolbox
A holistic approach to learning for sustainability for teachers to use with their students Years K-12. It covers sustainability capabilities and knowledge and includes links to toolkits and curriculum resources.
Education for Sustainability
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UNEP
Toolbox
The concept of education for sustainability is explained and teaching resources provided to teach the concepts to students.
Innovation & Business Skills Australia Sustainability Guideline Brief
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Sustainability Victoria, National Centre for Sustainability Swinburne University, Innovation and Business Skills Australia (IBSA)
Case study, Reference material
A report outlining what sustainability means for business as well as what opportunities and resources are available to help embed sustainability into the business profession.
Institute for Sustainable Communities
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Institute for Sustainable Communities
Case study, Networks
This organisation runs many programs based in schools and communities in China, Kosovo, Macedonia and other eastern European nations.
Organizations & the Natural Environment - Teaching Resources
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Organizations & the Natural Environment – Academy of Management Division
Activity, Case study, Multimedia, Networks, Syllabus, Toolbox
Contains many valuable resources, including a range of syllabi concerning business and sustainability such as sustainability, environmental accounting and environmental leadership, case studies concerning environmental standards, green supply chains, corporate environmental strategies and life-cycle analysis and links to a range of academic books and articles. The Teaching Resources tab includes a database of multimedia teaching tools including movies, recorded speeches and documentaries, and suggestions for assignments and projects.
Prosperity without growth? The transition to a sustainable economy
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Sustainable Development Commission
Reference material
A book covering all aspects of the economic growth at all costs paradigm and alternatives needed if we are to have a sustainable future.
Psychology and climate change: Addressing a multi-faceted phenomenon and set of challenges
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American Psychological Association
Reference material
This report examines the role of psychology in understanding and addressing global climate change, including efforts to adapt and mitigate climate change.
Sustainability and the social sciences: A cross-disciplinary approach to integrating environmental considerations into theoretical reorientation
Reference material
An overview of the issues around incorporating sustainability teaching in the social sciences. Substantial background to the project is available, however the final report is for sale.
Sustainability Reporting for organisations: Information Sheets
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University of Sydney
Reference material
A series of information sheets, each dealing with a specific issue of relevance to sustainable business, management and economics. Subjects covered include integrated sustainability analysis, triple bottom line and ecological standards. The information sheets are regularly updated and added to. The site also contains links to relevant publications.
Sustainability: a new frontier for the arts and cultures
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Leuphana Universitat Luneberg, Germany
Reference material
This is the third volume of the series 'Higher education for sustainability', which provides information and experiences on how sustainability may be applied as a guiding principle for university education.
Teaching Business Sustainability: From theory to practice
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Greenleaf Publishing
Reference material
Teaching Sustainability: From theory to practice contains submissions from respected academics on the theory, critique and ideas behind teaching sustainability, including learning from current practice and tools and the methods and approaches that can be used to teach business sustainability. The book is free to download.
The Business in Society Gateway: Resources
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The Business in Society Gateway
Case study, Multimedia, Reference material
A searchable database containing articles, reports, links and multimedia guides relevant to business in society issues.
World Resource Institute (WRI)
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World Resource Institute
Case study, Reference material
An extensive site with articles, fact sheets and news, dealing with issues concerning energy security, water, sustainable enterprises, biodiversity and sustainable agriculture. Provides many up to date publications organised by topic.