About

Scorai Global

The Sustainable Consumption Research and Action Initiative (SCORAI) Global is an international knowledge network of researchers and practitioners committed to fostering a flourishing and ecologically sound society by transforming consumption patterns. Established in 2008, SCORAI emerged from discussions at the Tellus Institute, aiming to connect North American scholars and professionals who previously had limited opportunities for collaboration in this field. The inaugural workshop in 2009 at Clark University attracted participants from diverse regions, highlighting the demand for such a community. Over the years, SCORAI has expanded its reach, organizing conferences, workshops, and seminars, and publishing a series of books on sustainable consumption. The network continues to grow, facilitating interdisciplinary dialogue and action toward sustainable consumption practices worldwide

Scorai Brazil

SCORAI Brazil is a regional chapter of the global SCORAI network, dedicated to advancing research and action on sustainable consumption within the Brazilian and Latin American context. Inspired by SCORAI Global’s mission, SCORAI Brazil fosters interdisciplinary collaboration among academics, policymakers, and practitioners to address the unique social, economic, and environmental challenges of the region. Through conferences, workshops, and knowledge-sharing initiatives, the network promotes critical discussions and innovative solutions for sustainable lifestyles, circular economy, and responsible consumption practices. By integrating global perspectives with local realities, SCORAI Brazil aims to contribute to a more just and sustainable society.

Scorai Brazil Conference 2026

The SCORAI Brazil Conference 2026 will explore the theme “”Looking Back to Move Forward: Sustainable Consumption from Rio 92 to the Post-SDGs Agenda.”” As the world approaches the final years of the 2030 Agenda, this conference provides a crucial space for reflection on the progress made in sustainable consumption since the landmark Rio 92 Earth Summit. By revisiting key milestones, policies, and societal shifts over the past three decades, we aim to critically assess achievements, persistent challenges, and the transformations needed to shape a just and sustainable future beyond the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Bringing together researchers, policymakers, and practitioners from Brazil and around the world, the conference will foster interdisciplinary dialogue on sustainable consumption transitions. The key conference thematic tracks include:

• Sustainable and circular business models in industry;
• Circular economy and sustainable use of resources;
• Sustainable consumption and lifestyles for a Circular Society;
• Resilient cities and regions;
• ESG and Financing Sustainability;
• Policies for SCP and a Circular Society;
• Education and learning for SCP and a Circular Society.

Through keynote sessions, panel discussions, and interactive workshops, SCORAI Brazil 2026 seeks to generate actionable insights and collaborative strategies that will guide sustainable consumption policies and practices in the post-SDGs era.

The SCORAI Brazil Conference 2026 will take place in São Paulo, at the Faculty of Economics, Administration, and Accounting of the University of São Paulo (FEA/USP), a leading institution in sustainability research and education. This setting provides an ideal environment for fostering critical discussions and collaborative initiatives among academics, policymakers, and practitioners committed to advancing sustainable consumption. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in a dynamic exchange of ideas while experiencing one of Brazil’s most vibrant academic and economic hubs.