The IFLA Environment, Sustainability and Libraries Section (ENSULIB) has existed little over ten years and the narrative of the group reflects broader shifts in the environmental discussion in libraries. Read More
You are cordially invited to share your stories with us. The deadline for submissions is 30 November 2021. Read More
IFLA will be attending this event as an observer and representing the Culture2030Goal network. Read More
ENSULIB announces 6th IFLA Green Library Award 2021 Results. Read More
19 August 2021 Online 10:00am CEST Green libraries are not only designed to minimize negative impact on the natural environment and maximize indoor environmental quality by means of environmental sustainability, such as careful site selection, use of natural construction materials, conservation of energy and resources, recycling and etc. Rather they focus… Read More
Now available in open access! This book focuses on difficulties and opportunities in revitalization of old, derelict or abandoned buildings into a library and investigates the transformation of buildings which originally had a different purpose. Read More
IFLA Environment, Sustainability and Libraries (ENSULIB) and Preservation & Conservation (P&C) Sections joint webinar on 6 May 2021 “Environmentally Inspiring and Engaging Buildings, Research, Education and Library Services” The recording is available now https://youtu.be/Ei_UBo4uQ84 Our speakers presented papers on a wide range of sustainability and library issues, such as… Read More
Objectives of the IFLA Green Library Award • To reward green library / green library projects that best communicate their commitment to environmental sustainability • To create awareness of libraries’ social responsibility and leadership in environmental education • To support the worldwide green library movement, concerned with o… Read More
ENSULIB is on its way from SIG to Section! We have good news and lot of things to be thankful for! ENSULIB has applied for permission to evolve into a Section last spring. We were delighted when IFLA Professional Committee gave the permission – and even more so when 56… Read More
The UCLG Culture Summit is the main meeting point at global level of cities, local governments and other stakeholders that are committed to the effective implementation of policies and programmes on culture and sustainability. Titled “Commitments and Actions for Culture in Sustainable Cities”, the second Culture… Read More