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At INSEAD, we believe that sustainable business practices are not just a choice - they are necessity for a thriving future. Explore our INSEAD resources for is for students, alumni, professionals, and anyone committed to driving positive change.

Knowledge and Research for a sustainable future

From thought leadership articles to impactful case studies, research and knowledge creation from our faculty empower individuals and organizations to make informed, responsible decisions that drive sustainable growth.

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Crossroads Business & Society Series

INSEAD Knowledge is a platform where cutting-edge research meets real-world application through thought leadership articles and videos from our faculty. Knowledge’s ‘Crossroads: Business & Society’ series provides evidence-based insights, innovative ideas, and strategic perspectives to address today’s most pressing environmental and social challenges.
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Case Studies

INSEAD excels in teaching the case study method in its classrooms, challenging students to delve into real-world issues. Each academic year, INSEAD faculty produce unique and diverse sustainability related case studies with related videos, slides, articles across all 9 academic areas.  
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Research Publications

Academic Articles

INSEAD faculty publish their research findings in peer reviewed academic journals. Themes discussed in papers and articles published include circular economy, humanitarian operations, gender equality, consumer behaviour and sustainable finance etc. These pieces were published in renowned journals such as Production and Operations Management, Management Sciences, Organization Sciences, Strategic Management Journal, The Lancet Global Health, Harvard Business Review and others.
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Advancing Sustainability Research

INSEAD is dedicated to embedding sustainability and ethical values into its core mission. The following institutes centers and initiatives show how sustainability can truly be a multi-disciplinary subject that intersects with diverse fields to address complex global challenges. This is evident in initiatives that span topics such as gender equality, healthcare, humanitarian efforts and development in Africa, highlighting the interconnected nature of sustainability. By integrating perspectives from various disciplines, these efforts work collectively toward creating a more equitable and resilient future.

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Hoffmann Institute

Founded in August 2018, the Hoffmann Institute is at the forefront in positioning INSEAD as the pioneering school in corporate sustainability. In order to achieve this, we support research on business and society, inspire and equip future leaders, engage with our global alumni community and external partners to expand our impact, and aspire to make INSEAD a sustainable school that acts and leads by example.
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The Gender Initiative

The Gender Initiative produces and promotes cutting-edge social science research to transform practice and policy. Our goal is to challenge tired assumptions and to provide evidence-based practical insights for current and future leaders looking to advance diversity and inclusion in their organisations.
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Healthcare Management Initiative

The Healthcare Management Initiative (HMI) at INSEAD is grounded in the belief that many of the systemic challenges facing global healthcare can be addressed through rigorous, evidence-based thought leadership. Our work centers on two core areas: driving business model innovation to support health system transformation and improving access to quality care for underserved populations. 
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Humanitarian Research Group

The Humanitarian Research Group specialises in the science of development and relief operations. The HRG aligns its research with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Group conducts rigorous practised-based research resulting in a wide array of high-quality cases, papers and reports that contribute to INSEAD Knowledge and broader service contributions. The main themes cover a large variety of topics, including new technologies and business models, health supply chains, disaster response and developmental logistics, and social impact.
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The Africa Initiative

The Africa Initiative aims to develop and disseminate the best of business thought leadership, teaching and research on this vast and diverse continent of 54 countries, great linguistic and cultural heritage, unique values and natural resources, and incredible ingenuity and flair for innovation. We believe that business has tremendous potential to be a force for good in Africa, aided by leaders who value social impact and are committed to the UN Sustainability Development Goals to drive these positive changes.
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James M. and Cathleen D. Stone Centre for the Study of Wealth Inequality

The James M. and Cathleen D. Stone Centre for the Study of Wealth Inequality was founded in 2017 to serve as the leading venue for the research and teaching of income and wealth inequality issues.By convening an interdisciplinary team of scholars from across INSEAD, the Centre aims to generate new insights about inequality problems and harness the power of business to solve them. It connects the lab with the classroom to ignite new ideas; spur discourse and debate; shape business education; and inspire leaders to take action.
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Negotiation and Conflict Management Collaborative

The Negotiation and Conflict Management Collaborative (NCMC) promotes research on sustainable negotiation strategies to expand the concept of sustainability in this area and in managing conflict. Sustainable negotiation emphasises strategies that can be applied repeatedly among similar parties, building long-term value and fostering stronger relationships over time, in contrast to approaches that yield only short-term gains. 
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Sustainable Business Initiative

The Sustainable Business Initiative takes a business-driven approach to sustainability, tackling pressing challenges through rigorous academic research that delivers actionable insights and solutions relevant to the business world. The initiative also fosters collaboration among faculty, promoting interdisciplinary research with industry partners while providing early-career academics with opportunities to engage in forward looking research.
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Ethics and Social Responsibility Initiative

The Ethics and Social Responsibility Initiative (ESRI), conducts pioneering research on ethical and social responsibility issues that businesses face today. The ESRI addresses questions of ethics and social responsibility in business from a normative approach and a descriptive/positive approach. It provides educational resources and support to help INSEAD and other schools develop responsible business leaders through case studies and teaching. 
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INSEAD LifeLong Learning

In a world where the business landscape is constantly evolving, lifelong learning is crucial. At INSEAD, we offer a range of impactful online and in-person learning experiences — from digital interventions and short programmes to interactive platforms and events.

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INSEAD Learning Hub

INSEAD recognises that Lifelong Learning is crucial for sustained growth and impact. This led to the launch of the Learning Hub App in 2023.

The Hub offers short articles, podcasts, reports, and videos. Throughout Academic Year 2023-24, the Hoffmann Institute enriched the Hub with thought leadership from INSEAD faculty, alumni and practitioners on topics like regenerative business, the UN Agenda 2030, impact entrepreneurship, systems change and global trends.

Financing Nature: TNFD Disclosure Recommendations

The Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosure (TNFD) provides 14 disclosure recommendations for integrating nature considerations into business and finance. These mark a significant advance in green financing, with implications for various industries.
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Nature Risk is Business Risk

Nature risk is business risk, and the best companies manage both. Systemiq’s white paper demonstrates how companies can assess and manage nature related opportunities and risks, guided by frameworks like TNFD, SBTN and CSRD to make informed strategic decisions.
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Nature Positive Explained

In December 2022 at the COP15 UN Convention on Biodiversity, governments adopted the KunmingMontreal Global Biodiversity Framework, aiming to halt biodiversity loss by 2030. This “Paris-style agreement” for nature has significant implications for business and finance, as explained by partners WEF, Systemiq, rePlanet and Capitals Coalition.
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2030 Agenda: Every Sector Must Play it's Part

The SDG Summit held in September 2023, marked the half-way point to 2030. 17 out 17 of the SDGs were off-track to completion. The World Economic Forum advocates for a sectorial approach to address the impacts of economic sectors on nature and biodiversity
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Frontier Conversations from Davos 2024

In partnership with InTent, the Hoffmann Institute interviewed key figures addressing frontier topics in business and society, including Ibrahim Thiaw on land restoration, Melanie Ryan on systems thinking, and Dominic Hofstetter on systemic investing.
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The Innovation Debate

Organisations often face a dilemma with innovative initiatives – keep them internal or spin them off? The outcomes of these decisions often depend on balancing creativity and autonomy against existing resources and synergies.
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INSEAD x ChangeNOW: Systems Thinking

We sat down in the studio on our Europe Campus with Kevin Tayebaly MBA’15J, Co-founder of ChangeNOW, to discuss all things systems change, the role of ChangeNOW to push that agenda, how to shift the silent majority and how education can help.
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