A research and policy compendium of Australian and international case studies of good practice in addressing the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Case studies on all 17 SDGs are covered. The report provides empirical analysis and policy ideas for politicians and policymakers at the local, state and/or national government level plus wider publics.

This report examines the economic and environmental sustainability of free, libre and open source software (FLOSS), its role in fostering sustainable production and evolving worker contributions. It highlights community rejection of restrictive licences as environmental incentives, critiques predatory information technology (IT) practices and details workplace obstacles to reducing environmental impacts.

This report explores the role of trade revenue in enabling social enterprise impact in Australia. A social enterprise is a business that exists to create public or community benefit. The report presents case studies, distils key insights and delivers strategic recommendations to strengthen the resilience of social enterprises.

Early Childhood Hubs (ECHs) are places where children and families can access a range of services. This research explores viable models and cost structures for ECHs that meet the needs of children, families and communities, while ensuring economic sustainability. The findings aim to inform future funding models that enable scalable, sustainable, and responsive ECHs in...

Gladstone, in Central Queensland, is a key industrial hub producing essential heavy manufacturing goods such as aluminium, cement and chemicals. While vital to Australia’s economic development, Gladstone’s industries are currently emissions-intensive. This report focuses on two key opportunities for industrial decarbonisation in Gladstone: replacing fossil fuels used for industrial heat with low-carbon alternatives and energy...