About ACSBD
The Australian Centre for Sustainable Business and Development (ACSBD) supports a broadly based research program dedicated to promoting sustainability innovation in fields as diverse as business and commerce, government and public policy, regional economic development, organisational governance and strategy, and in the achievement of sustainable communities. The Centre is established at all three USQ campuses - at Springfield on Brisbane's south-western outskirts, at Toowoomba and at Hervey Bay where an innovative community research partnership in economic development and enterprise is underway.
The Centre's research is grounded in high quality research projects involving partners from industry, government and other research centres. Platforms for collaborative research and development exist in sectors as diverse as energy and water, agriculture, tourism and urban design and development.
A highly qualified adjunct faculty has been established to advise the development of the ACSBD. Our Adjunct Professorial and Industry Fellows are comprised of leading sustainability practitioners from Australia and overseas.
Apart from delivering on USQ’s plan to be a leading contributor to sustainable futures for communities and regions, ACSBD is internationally networked and contributing to high quality research, education, training and advice on subjects as varied as:
- business strategy and governance for sustainability
- sustainable enterprise
- innovation for sustainable regional development and communities
- technology systems for sustainability
- managing, accounting and reporting organisational sustainability performance
- carbon mitigation and climate change adaptation
- social change, stakeholder engagement and leadership
ACSBD is actively seeking postdoctoral fellows, PhD candidates, and enthusiastic postgraduate researchers keen to work in a Centre committed to making a positive difference in the world.
Vision
'Profitable business that is good for the world'.
Mission statement
Accelerate sustainable development by proving the business case for sustainability.
Research Programs
Consultancy Services
- Organisational and Business Sustainability Training
- Environmental Mediation and Dispute Settlement