In a CISL Conversation, Shruti Kapila and Lindsay Hooper discuss history and politics in climate negotiations, India's environmentalism, optimism versus caution, and individual versus collective

In a CISL Conversation, Shruti Kapila and Lindsay Hooper discuss history and politics in climate negotiations, India's environmentalism, optimism versus caution, and individual versus collective action. They also cover moving beyond Western-centric narratives, leadership capabilities, the role of business, and anticipating COP28.

The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) partners with business and governments to develop solutions for a sustainable economy, focusing on net zero, nature protection, and inclusive societies. Find more resources: https://www.cisl.cam.ac.uk/resources/

Opinions expressed are solely those of the authors and do not represent an official CISL or University of Cambridge position.

A CISL Conversation featured Paul Gilding, an independent writer, corporate strategy adviser, and CISL Fellow, with Lindsay Hooper, Executive Director for Education at CISL (University of

A CISL Conversation featured Paul Gilding, an independent writer, corporate strategy adviser, and CISL Fellow, with Lindsay Hooper, Executive Director for Education at CISL (University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership). They discussed Paul's latest paper, exploring the roles of business, financial institutions, and technology in sustainability, alongside leadership and international summits like COP28.

The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) partners with business and governments to develop leadership and solutions for a sustainable economy. Paul's research, in collaboration with CISL, can be found here: Everything Everywhere All At Once and Why Methane Needs to Take Centre Stage. Discover more CISL resources: CISL Resources.

Dr. Gabriel Okello, a CISL Prince of Wales Global Sustainability Fellow, exemplifies successful leadership by translating expertise into clear action. His experience leading clean-air initiatives

Dr. Gabriel Okello, a CISL Prince of Wales Global Sustainability Fellow, exemplifies successful leadership by translating expertise into clear action. His experience leading clean-air initiatives in Uganda showcases this approach.

Okello's story is part of a series from the CISL Network, highlighting personal leadership and positive impact. These diverse narratives span industries and continents, addressing critical themes across the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

CISL develops leadership and solutions for a sustainable economy, benefiting people, climate, and nature. Discover more impact stories here: www.cisl.cam.ac.uk/impact-stories

Faculty from our Leadership Lab, "Systems Thinking for Complex Sustainability Challenges," recently discussed the upcoming March lab. The panel covered key themes, topics, speakers, and suggested

Faculty from our Leadership Lab, "Systems Thinking for Complex Sustainability Challenges," recently discussed the upcoming March lab. The panel covered key themes, topics, speakers, and suggested wider reading to foster a regenerative, systems thinking mindset.

Discover more about the lab and its curriculum by visiting the official page: https://www.cisl.cam.ac.uk/education/executive-education/sustainability-leadership-labs-short-courses-cambridge/systems.

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The Aviation Impact Accelerator (AIA), Cambridge Institute for Sustainable Leadership, and the Whittle Laboratory have released ‘Five Years to Chart a New Future for Aviation’. This

The Aviation Impact Accelerator (AIA), Cambridge Institute for Sustainable Leadership, and the Whittle Laboratory have released ‘Five Years to Chart a New Future for Aviation’. This groundbreaking report outlines an ambitious plan for leaders to implement structural changes to achieve net-zero aviation.

This is the second in CISL’s Business Leadership Campaign series, which calls for courageous leadership to drive market changes that reward sustainability and make unsustainable activities commercially unviable.

Read the full report here and visit the campaign hub here.

Effective 21st-century leadership, as noted by John Elkington, Mark Moody Stuart, Rajendra Pachauri, and others, demands a profound vision. This vision involves making sustainability decisions

Effective 21st-century leadership, as noted by John Elkington, Mark Moody Stuart, Rajendra Pachauri, and others, demands a profound vision. This vision involves making sustainability decisions with the next 50 to 100 years in mind.

Such leaders must identify and support initiatives that ensure long-term environmental and social well-being.

Steve Howard, Temasek's Vice Chair of Sustainability, recently spoke at our Summit. He discussed the challenges for global leadership in an age of turbulence and the investment market's crucial

Steve Howard, Temasek's Vice Chair of Sustainability, recently spoke at our Summit. He discussed the challenges for global leadership in an age of turbulence and the investment market's crucial role in tackling climate change.

For a comprehensive understanding, read the full report: Global Leadership in the Age of Turbulence.

In an October 2013 interview with Bill Moyers, author Wendell Berry—hailed as a "prophet of

In an October 2013 interview with Bill Moyers, author Wendell Berry—hailed as a "prophet of responsibility" and "passionate advocate for the Earth"—shared his views on leadership.

Berry believes true leadership emerges from the bottom up. It involves individuals who identify a need and act on it. He asserts that success is not the primary concern; rather, the fundamental question is, "What's the Right Thing to do?"

Dr. Dianne Saxe presented "The Climate Crisis & Municipal Leadership" in Hamilton, ON, on November 4, 2019.

Her discussion focused on critical questions: How must cities lead against the

Dr. Dianne Saxe presented "The Climate Crisis & Municipal Leadership" in Hamilton, ON, on November 4, 2019.

Her discussion focused on critical questions: How must cities lead against the climate crisis, and what are the responsibilities of municipal leadership during a climate emergency?

Professor Richard Calland, Summit Co-Convenor and Director of CISL Africa and Board programmes, addressed the challenges for global leadership in an age of turbulence at our Summit. He discussed

Professor Richard Calland, Summit Co-Convenor and Director of CISL Africa and Board programmes, addressed the challenges for global leadership in an age of turbulence at our Summit. He discussed forging common ground for global sustainability goals.

For a comprehensive overview, read our full report: Global Leadership in the Age of Turbulence.