Future Trends in Sustainable Development
Author: Dr. Anna Neya Kazanskaia
Publisher: NEYA Global Publishing
Article | NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies
Year: 2025
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0009-5669-1676
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-sstdvgltch-08
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About the Article
This article explores the emerging trends that will shape the future of sustainable development as the 2030 Agenda reaches its midpoint. It examines the transformative role of digital technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the Internet of Things, alongside transitions toward green economies, renewable energy, and climate resilience strategies. The rise of social entrepreneurship, public-private partnerships, and youth engagement are highlighted as central forces driving change. Case studies from Africa, Asia, and Latin America—including Kenya’s M-Pesa, Solar Sister, Bangladesh’s adaptation initiatives, Ethiopia’s Productive Safety Net Program, and Mexico City’s resilience strategies—illustrate how innovation, local agency, and ecosystem-based approaches can redefine pathways toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). For scholars, the analysis provides a critical lens on global trajectories; for practitioners, it offers actionable strategies for navigating uncertainty and building inclusive, resilient futures.
Key Topics
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Digital innovation and technology
- Green economy and renewable energy
- Climate resilience and adaptation
- Social entrepreneurship and partnerships
- Youth engagement in sustainability
Suggested Citation
Kazanskaia, A. N. (2025). Future Trends in Sustainable Development. NEYA Global Journal of Non-Profit Studies. Neya Global Publishing. https://doi.org/10.64357/neya-gjnps-sstdvgltch-08
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