Who we are

A community of professionals, creating sustainable change together


Who we are

The International Society of Sustainability Professionals is the world’s leading network of sustainability professionals. We work together to provide the community, training, and tools needed to meet goals and create sustainable change.

Community

Leading sustainability efforts in all sectors and around the world, ISSP members work together to break down silos and deepen knowledge.

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Training

We support you and your organization at every stage of your career through webinars, live and on—demand courses, events, and study guides.

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Credentials

As the education partner for the Sustainability Excellence credentials, we'll help you (and your whole team) prepare for your exams with confidence.

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A truly global community

With members spanning 94 countries, we do our best to accommodate differences in regional economies, Internet connections, and cultural expectations.


Professionals in low or middle income economies can access membership and course discounts. Find your country on the World Bank map.

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Committed to accelerating

sustainable action

We are a mission-driven 501c3 nonprofit, dedicated to bringing professionals the resources and opportunities to advance global progress in sustainable development.

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Working across the UN SDGs

We support the global community of professionals who are implementing this internationally recognized framework for sustainability progress.

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Governance

Leading the

way to excellence

The ISSP Governing Board holds responsibility for strategic oversight and fiscal responsibility of ISSP through three Standing Committees: Strategic Oversight, Budget & Finance, and Governance.

Transparency & impact

The annual Programs Report reflects our shared progress. Our members span 94 different countries, representing diverse cultures, workplaces, and passions. Yet we share a common purpose: to pave the way for a regenerative future aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Convening the community of practice

Today, almost one in three members resides outside of North America, representing 94 different countries.

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Driving Sustainability Excellence

The SEA and SEP continue to represent a globally-recognized mastery of the six domains of sustainability excellence.

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Geographic diversity

In 2022, 649 professionals were active Sustainability Excellence Associate (SEA) credential holders.

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Convening the community of practice

Today, almost one in three members resides outside of North America, representing 94 different countries.

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Join the changemakers

Interviews with ISSP members and Sustainability Excellence credential holders

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