Let’s Rethink Education—Together

The world is changing fast, and education needs to keep up. At the Institute for Sustainable Education (ISE), we’re all about helping schools, communities, and decision-makers create learning environments that are inclusive, forward-thinking, and built to last.

We’re based in the U.S., but our work reaches across borders—because sustainability in education is a global challenge worth solving together.

What We’re Working On

We dig deep into what makes education effective, equitable, and empowering for every learner. Our team of researchers and educators focuses on:

Curriculum that prepares students for real-world challenges

Tools and strategies that support teachers

Projects that bring sustainability into classrooms everywhere

Projects in Action

Teach the Change

A professional learning program helping teachers bring climate and social justice topics into their lessons.

A data tool that helps schools track and close opportunity gaps.

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The Learning Equity Dashboard

Community Classrooms

Local collaborations that connect students with sustainability leaders in their neighborhoods.

What We Believe

We believe that schools are not just places of instruction—they are places of hope, creativity, and transformation. They have the power to nurture new ideas, inspire action, and drive meaningful change in communities and across the world.

We believe that students are not only learners but leaders in the making—with the vision, curiosity, and courage to shape a more just and sustainable future.

We believe that education is the most powerful foundation for building a fairer, greener world. When learning is rooted in equity, relevance, and sustainability, it becomes a force for solving real-world problems and creating a better tomorrow for all.

Next Up at ISE

Panel Talk: Rethinking Curriculum for the Climate Era

Virtual Event

June 12, 2025

Hear from educators and innovators who are reshaping what students learn—and why it matters.