RCE Greater Atlanta

Emory is a leader of the Regional Centre of Expertise on Education for Sustainable Development (RCE) of Greater Atlanta, recognized by the United Nations University

Highlights

“We envision a robust and engaged network of all sectors of Greater Atlanta society, collaboratively working towards a region where the principles of sustainability – equity and justice, resilient ecosystems, health and well-being, and economic opportunity – are ingrained in its continued development . . .” [Greater Atlanta RCE application to the UN, 2017]

Benefits

Emory’s collaborative leadership of the Greater Atlanta RCE:

  • provides a structure to facilitate cross-sector collaboration towards commonly identified SDGs;
  • pulls knowledge and expertise outside of campus gates to partner at a broader regional scale for a multi-sector approach to education for sustainable development;
  • engenders a culture of learning and continuous improvement, providing opportunities for students of all ages to contribute to these efforts and shape new ones;
  • creates opportunity for Emory to align its sustainability and social justice goals with those of the United Nations.

How It Works

The Greater Atlanta RCE accelerates student and community sustainable development leadership and progress towards a more sustainable future by leveraging a network structure to connect, support and catalyze diverse collaborations.

The Greater Atlanta RCE will focus on the following primary SDGs:

  • Good Health & Well-being
  • Zero Hunger
  • Sustainable Cities & Communities
  • Climate Action
  • Quality Education
  • Industry, Innovation, & Infrastructure
  • No Poverty