The Sustainable Growth Initiative (SGI) connects McGill researchers, students and expertise with industry, policymakers and communities to address complex sustainability challenges and advance the transition to a sustainable economy. By fostering collaboration across sectors, SGI translates knowledge into innovative business solutions with real-world impact.
Community Design Sprint
Rethinking Urban Last-Mile Delivery
The inaugural Sprint will take place in February 2027. Unlike a conventional hackathon, the Sprint is built around community engagement, systems thinking, and – critically- funded pathways that carry the strongest ideas beyond the event itself.
How SGI creates impact
Implementation streams
Explore SGI’s implementation streams, where research, industry collaboration, and applied initiatives come together to accelerate sustainable business transformation.
Themed offices
Discover SGI’s themed offices, each focused on advancing innovative solutions and thought leadership in key areas of sustainable growth.
Programs and events
Engage with SGI’s programs and events to build knowledge, develop leadership skills and connect with a community committed to driving sustainable change.
