Future Earth Coasts invites researchers, policymakers, and sustainability leaders to attend a pivotal panel discussion at the 2025 Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress (SRI 2025). Marking its fifth anniversary—and its inaugural U.S. convening—SRI 2025 will take place in Chicago, Illinois, from June 16–19, 2025, fostering action-oriented and inclusive sustainability solutions.
Event Details:
📅 Date & Time: Monday, June 16 | 3:00–4:00 PM (Central Time Zone)
📍 Location: Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, SRI 2025, Chicago, Illinois (Hybrid)
🌊 Session Title: Tour de Coasts: Insights from the Global Coastal Sustainability Survey
Coastal regions worldwide confront escalating threats, including sea-level rise, ecosystem degradation, governance disparities, and socioeconomic inequities. Launched in 2024 by Future Earth Coasts and the University of South Carolina, the Tour de Coasts initiative examines these challenges through a comprehensive, global lens. Drawing on insights from over 200 experts across 79 countries, this session will present key findings from the Global Coastal Sustainability Survey and spotlight community-driven resilience strategies.
Why Attend?
- Gain a global perspective on pressing coastal sustainability issues.
- Explore integrated solutions combining local knowledge, scientific research, and policy innovation.
- Engage in interactive dialogue with researchers, practitioners, and policymakers shaping coastal futures.
This session seeks to chart a collaborative path toward equitable, resilient, and sustainable coasts—bridging science, policy, and grassroots action. Participants will contribute to a forward-looking vision, identifying scalable models for transformative change.
Be part of the conversation. Together, we can redefine the future of our coasts. Learn more about Tour de Coasts at https://www.futureearthcoasts.org/tour-de-coasts/.
Access the Report
The full Tour de Coasts final report is now available for download. Click here to read the report and explore its findings in detail.