News and publications
Startup bankruptcy trends (2014–2025): How 561 state-funded start-ups failed in 2014
In comparative economic development analysis, startup survival rates are a key indicator of how efficiently public funds are transformed into sustainable economic value. When benchmarked against economies where public entrepreneurship programs prioritize firm...
Tourism in the Western Balkans: Winners, losers and the race for growth
Tourism in the Western Balkans: winners, losers, and the race for growth is clearly reflected in the latest Eurostat data for the third quarter of 2025, which reveal a deeply asymmetric tourism landscape where some countries are experiencing explosive expansion while...
Amid urban growth, rural areas remain vital for North Macedonia
Rural development is a cornerstone of sustainable development in North Macedonia. While urban centers continue to expand, rural areas remain essential to national food security, environmental stewardship, cultural identity and economic stability. The Institute for...
Education and awareness
The Institute for Sustainable Development is a forward-thinking NGO committed to fostering sustainable development, environmental stewardship and community empowerment across North Macedonia. Our mission is to create lasting positive change by combining education,...
R&D in North Macedonia: Miles away behind EU standards
Despite the global acceleration in research and innovation investment, North Macedonia remains far behind both the European Union average and many regional peers when it comes to R&D investment and strategic prioritization. According to the latest data, Gross...
ISD organizoi punëtori për ndërgjegjësim ekologjik
Instituti për Zhvillim të qëndrueshëm organizoi punëtori për ndërgjegjësim ekologjik: "Me hapa të vegjël, për ndryshime të mëdha" Në kuadër të projektit EkoRinia – “Iniciativa për një komunitet të qëndrueshëm”, u realizua një punëtori edukative me fokus rritjen e...
ISD alerts: Delayed EU Reforms could cost millions to the country
Assessment of the Risk of losing EU Funds from the Growth Plan and the impact of delays North Macedonia is at a critical juncture in its European integration process and in its efforts to fully benefit from the Reform and Growth facility, a key instrument of the EU...
Unlocking the Balkans green energy future
The power we’re letting slip away lies in the untapped potential of the Balkans to lead the clean energy revolution. Unlocking this potential is not just an environmental necessity, it’s a strategic opportunity to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development...
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) represent a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure peace and prosperity for all by 2030. Adopted by all UN member states, the SDGs provide a shared blueprint for global progress...
Why community engagement matters for ISD
At the Institute for Sustainable Development (ISD), we believe that true progress begins within the community. Community engagement is the foundation of sustainable development as it ensures that initiatives are not only well designed but also deeply rooted in the...
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