Hoffmann Centre for Global Sustainability

The HCGS is a leading research and policy hub in Europe, dedicated to advancing integrated sustainability that is both nature-positive and socially equitable.

The Centre addresses challenges of climate change, nature loss, global governance upheaval, and the breakdown of rules and trust. We do this by supporting cutting-edge scholarship, connect it to decision-makers, and convene trusted spaces where academics, policymakers, and practitioners can jointly address today’s most pressing sustainability challenges. 

The HCGS integrates several focused research programmes, continuing the critical work initiated by the Centre for International Environmental Studies (CIES.)

03 - 04 September 2026

2nd Annual Conference

Following a defining first year of global convening, the Hoffmann Centre for Global Sustainability will bring together leading scholars, policymakers, practitioners, and finance leaders once again for its second Flagship Conference.
A Foundational Year
One year ago, the Hoffmann Centre for Global Sustainability opened its doors. We built on the foundation of the former Center for International Environmental Studies and received an expanded mandate.
The Economic Consequences of the Second Trump Administration: A Preliminary Assessment
Hoffmann Centre Co-Director Co-Edits Landmark Volume

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The Hoffmann Centre for Global Sustainability (HCGS) is the result of the generous support of the Hoffmann Foundation. This new research centre builds on the legacy of the Center for International Environmental Studies (CIES), emerging as a leading research and policy hub in Europe dedicated to promoting integrated sustainability that is both nature positive and socially equitable. 

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Hoffmann Centre for Global Sustainability
Maison de la paix
Chemin Eugène-Rigot 2A
Petal 3, 4th floor
Case Postale 1672
CH-1211 Genève 1

hcgs@graduateinstitute.ch

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The Maison de la paix is located at Chemin Eugène-Rigot 2A, on the corner of Avenue de France. You may take tram 15 until stop Maison de la paix or, alternatively, it is a few minutes’ walk from Place des Nations.