{
    "title": "HEA Education for Sustainable Development Framework for Higher Education",
    "identifier": "https:\/\/hub.teachingandlearning.ie\/resource\/hea-education-for-sustainable-development-framework-for-higher-education\/",
    "publisher": "National Resource Hub",
    "creators": [
        "Colin Lowry",
        "Mark Kelly",
        "Ross Woods",
        "Tim Conlon"
    ],
    "publication_date": "29\/07\/2026",
    "abstract": "This overview introduces the Higher Education Authority\u2019s Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) Framework for Higher Education: a connected suite of resources supporting whole-of-institution ESD across Irish higher education. It explains the Framework\u2019s purpose, its relationship to national and international ESD priorities, and how its component resources work together to provide strategic direction, sector evidence, structured reflection, thematic insight and opportunities for peer learning.\r\n\r\nThe Framework connects curriculum, campus operations, governance, research and community engagement. It is intended for institutional leaders, educators, professional staff, students and representative bodies, ESD and sustainability leads, teaching and learning units, quality and enhancement teams, community partners and policy stakeholders.",
    "file_url": "https:\/\/hub.teachingandlearning.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/HEA-ESD-Framework-Overview-July-2026.pdf",
    "keywords": [
        "Education for sustainable development",
        "ESD",
        "Sustainable Development Goals"
    ],
    "language": "en-US",
    "format": "application\/pdf",
    "dc_type": "Article"
}