10 Sustainable Models that are Proving their Worth

A wave of rejection and scepticism is shaking the sustainability agenda. As the anti- ecological discourse gains visibility, the stakes are high: promoting a constructive narrative and offering inspiring perspectives to turn urgency into concrete action.

Historian and futurist Mathieu Baudin moves between the past, present, and future to help people understand our times and envisage what lies ahead. Are we living in a unique era that could be likened to a new Renaissance?

In light of the current backlash, François Gemenne revisits the reasons behind the questioning of the ecological narrative and puts forward ideas for answering the pressing questions of today: How can we unite around the issue of sustainable development? How can economic actors act in this period of uncertainty?

At the Luxembourg Sustainability Forum, climate activist Clover Hogan shared her thoughts on the current backlash on climate action with us. This interview gives an insight into her actions beyond her opening keynote on the 25th of November.

At 27, Hugo Paul describes himself as a "community explorer." Confronted with what he calls as a crisis of social connection, he champions the power of the collective: a force he believes can transform society. From the Sami people to the Compagnons du Devoir and Cistercian monks, his journey has taken him to meet groups that embody a deep sense of belonging. Along the way, he’s gathered lessons on how to "build a tribe." Let’s follow in his footsteps…

Alex Steele, bridging psychology, jazz, and sustainability, explores how improvisation reshapes organisations. In this interview, he reveals why uncertainty fuels opportunity, how chaos sparks innovation, and how music can awaken minds for a sustainable future.