Can development come without climate costs?
To date, human development has come at the expense of the environment.
09.02.2022
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To date, human development has come at the expense of the environment.
09.02.2022
The multimedia report Conversations in Rethinking Human Development was recognized by the jury and voting public at the 11th annual Lovie Awards, which celebrate the best of the European internet, becoming both the Bronze and People’s Lovie Winner.
18.11.2021
The International Science Council is a finalist in the Lovie Awards, celebrating the best of the web and online content. All members of the public can vote. The deadline for voting is 21 October 2021.
18.10.2021
Frank Sperling, IIASA, shares his reflections on issues around sustainable and transformational food production, in the context of the UN Food Systems Summit
23.09.2021
Today we look at the top five most read articles from the ISC website in 2020.
24.12.2020
Like everyone else, in 2020, we convened virtually. The pandemic loomed large in our online discussions, but we also made space for other equally pressing and critical conversations in science, such as combating systemic discrimination, or rethinking human development for today’s world. We selected our top 5 webinars for you to explore over this quieter period.
24.12.2020
While the Global Policy position ends at the close of 2020, the model for a Special Envoy opens many future possibilities for the ISC. The ISC took a moment to chat to Flavia about her role, memorable moments and thoughts for the future.
22.12.2020
In preparation for the launch of the Human Development Report on 15 December, the ISC and UNDP embarked on an ambitious project to Rethink Human Development. A key message from the launch of the dialogue and global relay dialogues on World Science Day 2020, was that human development must reflect cultural and societal values, while restoring natural ecosystems.
14.12.2020
An ISC-led project in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme has launched an ongoing dialogue on Rethinking Human Development. The dialogue includes a new ISC publication and webinars on 10 November, World Science Day for Peace and Development, and a multi-media website. Join the conversation by registering for a webinar below.
09.11.2020
Joshua Farley reflects on how definitions of essential needs – and how they are met – are culturally specific, and how market mechanisms may be inadequate to meet certain needs central to human development.
05.10.2020