Transformational change is not only possible but already happening
As sustainability enters a new era, shaped by shifting global trade rules, evolving climate policy, and growing demands for equity, the need for transformational change has never been more urgent. 

Since launching the Future of Sustainability: Reimagining the Way the World Works in November 2024, we’ve been spotlighting bold initiatives that challenge the status quo and offer glimpses of a better future. At the heart of the campaign are 30 ‘Bright Spots’ — real-world examples of transformational change across food, energy, and business. 

We've now revealed 18 of these Bright Spots. Dive in to explore the ideas and actions that have game-changing potential to reimagine the way the world works.

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Take less than two minutes to watch our Future of Sustainability: Reimagining the Way the World Works campaign film
Meet the latest Bright Spots:
Ecosystem Services Market Consortium (ESMC): An on-farm, farmer-focused pilot program in the Southeastern US in collaboration with Forum for the Future.

Atutu: Powering up communities to harness their own energy.

Resham Sutra: Weaving livelihoods for rural women through sustainable silk production. 

Coast4C: Untangling complexities of the blue economy through seaweed farming. 

Farmerline: Scaling climate-smart agriculture for smallholder farmers to secure Africa’s food future.

Mol-e: Turning electronic waste into economic value through AI-driven recycling solutions. 

Meli Bees Network: Regenerating ecosystems and livelihoods through Indigenous-led solutions. 

School of System Change: Helping changemakers make complexity work. 

Raven Indigenous Capital Partners: Empowering Indigenous and Native economies through a unique impact investment approach.

Snowchange Cooperative: Restoring the Arctic’s carbon vault by protecting the northern peatlands.

East Coast Exchange: Reimagining local economies through community-led trade.

Kiva: Supporting displaced communities through financial inclusion.

Bright Spots and the road to 2050

In a special Futuring Podcast episode, Alisha Bhagat, Futures Lead at Forum, speaks with futurist Cat Tully (SOIF), architect and foresight strategist Radha Mistry, and science fiction writer Madeline Ashby. Together, they explore what a just and regenerative 2050 could look like, grounded in real-world Bright Spots already driving change.

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Watch this space for what's next on the Future of Sustainability

The Future of Sustainability campaign will reveal its final 12 Bright Spots ahead of COP30. We will also publish new analysis on what ground-breaking innovations, ideas and actions such as those demonstrated by the Bright Spots could mean for the creation of a more just and regenerative future. Stay in the loop through the campaign page.

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Partner with us on the campaign 

Are you keen to get involved in and support Forum’s flagship campaign, the Future of Sustainability

By becoming a partner, you can make a real impact at a time when the world needs positive, practical ideas for a better future. Regardless of whether you represent a business or an individual passionate about the future of our planet, we offer a variety of partnership options starting from £1,000 to suit your interests. 

The Future of Sustainability 2024/25 is made possible thanks to the support of our valued partners: The Earthshot Prize, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors and Trane Technologies.

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In other news

Enabling Climate and Health Resilience: A Blueprint for Urgent Business Action 

The escalating climate crisis is worsening public health outcomes, with huge implications for business operations. 

Businesses, especially those in healthcare, consumer goods, and supply chain-dependent industries face significant risks, from workforce disruptions, operational instability, to regulatory uncertainty and more. Addressing the intersection of climate and health resilience is no longer optional; it is a strategic and financial imperative. 

This new report, produced by the Climate and Health Coalition, provides businesses with a roadmap to integrate climate action and health equity into their core strategies, unlocking long-term value while improving public health outcomes and strengthening community resilience. 

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The Business Transformation Compass 2.0: A practical guide to creating value in turbulent times

In a world of escalating disruption, businesses have a critical opportunity to lead. The Business Transformation Compass 2.0 (BTC), developed with Bentley Environmental Foundation, builds on its 2021 predecessor to offer a practical guide and toolkit for embedding just and regenerative approaches into core business functions. Moving beyond fragmented ESG strategies, BTC 2.0 provides clear insights, sector-specific case studies, and practical steps to help businesses drive meaningful, lasting change.

Download it to explore why conventional approaches fall short—and how to take action on issues from climate and biodiversity to governance and human rights.

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The School of System Change
New publication: Action Inquiry
In this new publication, the School supports you to understand and work with Action Inquiry in your changemaking practice: a process through which we continually act, reflect, iterate and learn to help us navigate complex challenges. Read the publication.
Short course: 33 days of Systemic Reflections
If you're feeling overwhelmed by work and the world right now, the School invites you to take a breath and reflect on how you want to develop your changemaking practice through 33 days of Systemic Reflections
a short email course with daily writing prompts.
Follow the School on LinkedIn for more stories and subscribe to their newsletter for the latest on systems change courses, resources, opportunities, and events.
Events

Enabling Climate and Health Resilience | 6 May 

Businesses that prioritise climate and health action recognise that this isn’t just a moral imperative — it’s a strategic one. Join us on 6 May, 2 – 1pm EST / 5 – 6pm GMT, as we take you through the Climate and Health Coalition’s latest report, Enabling Climate and Health Resilience: A Blueprint for Urgent Business Action. Register

Innovating for Responsible Recruitment | 8 May 

Despite an array of interventions encouraging safer, ethical recruitment of migrant workers, many challenges remain difficult to overcome. Join us on 8 May, 4.30pm – 5.45pm GMT+8/ 9.30am – 10.45am BST, to explore insights from our multi-year programme, Shaping the Future of Responsible Recruitment. Register

Butterfly School | Online course starts 3 June

Butterfly School is an eight-week online course designed to help professionals innovate within planetary boundaries and adapt to future challenges. It includes case studies, systemic thinking tools, and insights from experts across business, science, and philosophy. The next cohort starts on 3 June. Register.

Responsible Business USA | 2324 June
Forum’s Chief Accelerating Officer and Executive Director, Dr Sally Uren and Managing Director, Americas, Samantha Veide will speak at Responsible Business USA. The event unites leading voices to help businesses navigate the shifting sustainability landscape. Sally will deliver a keynote on the strategic advantage of sustainability, while Samantha will join sessions on tackling Scope 3 emissions and supply chain transformation. Register.

Latest coverage
  • This three-part series on TexFash shares insights from our programme, Enabling Systemic Circularity in Fashion, with interviews featuring Forum’s Principal Strategist Karen Sim and our partners Yee Chain International Ltd. and Crystal International Group. 

  • Forum’s Technical Lead, Food (UK/EU) Duncan Williams gives his take on regenerative agriculture at edie 25

  • Perspectives on people-centric renewable energy, shared at the Responsible Renewable Energy Summit 2025, are captured on India Development Review

  • Forum’s Energy Transition Lead (India) Saksham Nijhawan shares thoughts on green sacrifice zones in this piece on Think Landscape

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