The Institute for Sustainable and Resilient Development and Civil Protection

The Institute for Sustainable and Resilient Development and Civil Protection was established to promote sustainability, resilience, and civil protection at the local and regional level through innovative, green and participatory solutions.

In an era of accelerating climate change and increasing natural and man-made risks, the Institute aspires to be a catalyst for policies and actions that strengthen social, environmental, and economic resilience.

It operates through a multidisciplinary approach and broad collaboration with:

•    Public and private sector stakeholders
•    Academic and research institutions
•    Civil society organizations
•    European and international networks

Strategic Pillars

•    Green and circular economy
•    Digitalization and innovation
•    Participatory governance and citizen empowerment
•    Energy transition and biodiversity protection
•    Holistic risk management: prevention – preparedness – response – recovery

The Institute aligns with:

•    The goals of the European Green Deal
•    The EU Civil Protection Strategy

Activities & Capabilities

The Institute:

•    Designs and implements national and European research projects
•    Organizes training and awareness programs, conferences, workshops, and seminars
•    Provides technical assistance and consultancy on sustainability and crisis management
•    Promotes scientific knowledge dissemination and cultivates a culture of prevention
•    Strengthens the capacity of local authorities and communities

Vision

To emerge as a leading institution in the green and resilient transition, fostering a society that is:

•    Fair
•    Environmentally responsible
•    Socially cohesive
•    Economically sustainable
•    Protected from natural and anthropogenic threats

Guided by the principles of transparency, collaboration, and innovation, the Institute acts as a driver of change by investing in knowledge, prevention, and collective action.