By Andi Anderson
The Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress (SRI2025) is set to take place from June 16-19, 2025, in Chicago. This prestigious global event is dedicated to addressing urgent sustainability challenges, including climate change, biodiversity loss, and water scarcity.
Hosted by the University of Illinois System at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, SRI2025 provides a unique platform to unite leaders in research, government, civil society, business, and NGOs from over 100 countries. The Congress, co-convened by Future Earth and the Belmont Forum since 2021, aims to drive meaningful progress in sustainability through collaboration.
SRI2025 will be a hybrid event, allowing both in-person and virtual participation, ensuring accessibility for a diverse global audience. Attendees will engage in showcasing innovative, inclusive, and evidence-based sustainability solutions. The event highlights the importance of partnerships and collective action in creating pathways to a sustainable future.
This Congress offers participants several opportunities, such as building collaborations, expanding professional networks, and connecting with new markets. Attendees can interact with leading sustainability experts and the world’s largest platform for transformative research funding. It also facilitates discussions with stakeholders on critical priorities and enables exploration of the latest sustainability science research.
Participants will have a chance to showcase their work through regional media and open-access sustainability publications, furthering their impact and visibility.
SRI2025 exemplifies the power of global collaboration in tackling sustainability challenges. By uniting diverse voices and expertise, this Congress promises to pave the way for a sustainable future. With a mission to foster innovation and transformative research, it invites everyone passionate about making a difference to join this landmark event.
Together, we can build a better, more sustainable world.
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