Sustainability is an interdisciplinary topic, which means you can find useful research articles, background information, and data in a variety of databases. Simply scan this list for the type of information you are seeking.
Open access journals are scholarly journals that are freely available to anyone online. You can find a listing of these journals in the Directory of Open Access at www.doaj.org. Here are a few related to sustainability topics:
Most databases are accessible remotely from off-campus. However, only current SIUE faculty, staff, and students have privileges to access the databases. Restrictions are due to licensing and subscription agreements with vendors and publishers.
Remote access to Library databases requires logging in with your e-ID and password.
If you are experiencing trouble connecting to a database, please contact the Information Desk 618.650.INFO (4636) or Circulation 618.650.2712.
1. Gather, store, manage, and share references or citations.
2. Generate bibliographies in numerous citation formats such as APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.
3. Store references online and have accessibility to them wherever internet access is available.
IPBES was established in 2012 by more than 100 governments, and its membership has continued to grow as IPBES' impact has increased.
Who can become a member?
All States Members of the United Nations are eligible for IPBES membership, with a large number of NGOs, organisations, conventions and civil society groupings participating in the formal IPBES process as observers.
Why become a member?
To strengthen knowledge foundations for better policy through science, for the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, long-term human well-being and sustainable development.
How to become a member?
Should your Government wish to join IPBES, all that is required is for this intention to be officially communicated to the IPBES secretariat, by way of a formal letter, issued by or on behalf of the authority that would normally issue credentials for your national delegation to participate in a session of the IPBES Plenary, in other words by your Head of State or Government or minister for foreign affairs, consistent with your national policies and law.