International Institute for Sustainability Research & Innovation
Leading IISRI’s mission in sustainability research and innovation.
Thomas Alder serves as President of the International Institute for Sustainability Research & Innovation, providing strategic leadership across academic programs, research initiatives, institutional partnerships and long-term organizational development.
His role focuses on strengthening IISRI as a US-based institute with a global outlook, advancing sustainability education, applied research, policy engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Professional Biography
Thomas Alder serves as President of the International Institute for Sustainability Research & Innovation (IISRI), where he provides strategic leadership across the institute’s academic programs, research initiatives, institutional partnerships and long-term organizational development. In this role, he works closely with academic leaders, researchers and external stakeholders to advance IISRI’s mission of promoting sustainability-focused research, innovation and education.
His leadership focuses on strengthening interdisciplinary collaboration, supporting high-impact research activities and expanding opportunities for scholars, professionals and partner institutions. Through a combination of strategic planning and institutional governance, he helps guide the development of programs that address emerging environmental, social and economic sustainability challenges.
Under his direction, IISRI continues to develop as a research-oriented institution committed to evidence-based knowledge creation and practical innovation. He supports initiatives that encourage collaboration between academia, industry, government and community stakeholders while promoting responsible and sustainable development.
In addition to overseeing institutional strategy, Thomas Alder contributes to the advancement of research excellence, international engagement and organizational growth. His work reflects a commitment to fostering a culture of innovation, academic integrity and meaningful societal impact through sustainability-focused scholarship.
Through ongoing collaboration with researchers, faculty members and institutional partners, he remains dedicated to strengthening IISRI’s position as a leading platform for sustainability research, education and innovation in the United States and beyond.