The Boston University Institute for Global Sustainability (IGS) pioneers research to advance a sustainable and equitable future. Our focus on planetary and environmental health, climate governance and sustainability transitions, and energy systems of the future is grounded in equity and justice, robust data science, and real-world impact.
Latest Research, Commentary, News
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Global Nuclear Reactor Construction Starts and Duration, 1949-2023
Weekly data story from Visualizing Energy, a project of IGS. (September 3, 2024) Read more
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To Build a Thriving Electric Vehicle Market, Prioritize Equity and Justice
Key findings from new IGS and NREL collaborative study published in Energy and Climate Change. Read more
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Explore the World’s Coal Transportation Terminals in 2022
Weekly data story from Visualizing Energy, a project of IGS. (August 5, 2024) Read more
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Watch Now: IGS Associate Director Cutler Cleveland Presents on Science Communication Project Visualizing Energy
Cleveland delves into the motivation and mission propelling the work. Read more
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Where Are the World’s Most Valuable Electricity Companies?
Weekly data story from Visualizing Energy, a project of IGS. (July 1, 2024) Read more
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Climate Disinformation, Heat Resilience & Sustainability Leadership: IGS & BU at ClimaTech
ClimaTech convened global leaders from a wide range of industries and sectors to exchange ideas and mobilize climate action. Read more
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Extending the Sustainable Development Goals to 2050 — A Road Map
IGS Research | Nature, June 17, 2024 Read more
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The History of Natural Gas Production in the United States
Weekly data story from Visualizing Energy, a project of IGS. (June 3, 2024) Read more
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Exploring three frontiers in marine biomass and blue carbon capture
A new study offers first-time insights into three emerging climate innovations to safeguard or increase the carbon naturally captured by Read more
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IGS Visiting Researcher Program Seeking Applications for 2024-2025
Applications are due on June 30, 2024 for a start date any time during the 2024-2025 academic year. Read more