ABOUT CDES

The Centre for Development Economics and Sustainability (CDES) at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia brings together researchers from a variety of academic backgrounds in the Monash Business School to promote research encompassing the three dimensions of economic, social and environmental sustainability. It strives for external engagement within and beyond the world of academia to contribute to the global effort to achieve sustainable development.

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Our mission is to conduct and promote high-quality policy relevant research on major global issues in development and sustainability, and enhance research capacity and knowledge in these areas.