Tellus Institute

Tellus Institute is a not-for-profit research and policy organization based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Established in 1976, the Institute has grown to employ 11 people and generates $2.5 million in annual revenue. Tellus Institute focuses on environmental and social challenges, conducting research and developing policy solutions. Their work spans a wide range of areas, including energy, water, sustainable communities, corporate social responsibility, and climate change. Over the years, Tellus has completed 3,500 projects globally, collaborating with diverse sponsors such as foundations, government agencies, multilateral organizations, civil society organizations, and businesses. A key differentiator for Tellus Institute is its integrated perspective, which emphasizes the interconnectedness of environmental, social, and economic dimensions of development. Their projects aim to illuminate the links across spatial scales, from global to local, to inform strategies, policies, and decision-support tools. Tellus Institute can be contacted through their website, tellus.org.