The GPM P5 Standard for Sustainability in Project Management is a valuable resource for project managers and organizations. The P5 Standard focuses on understanding and managing the potential impacts of your project on the environment, society, and economy. Although its practices are clear and straightforward, we often receive requests for additional context. Therefore, we’re launching […]
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Saving Life on Earth: How We Can Stop Climate Chaos?
Hey there! Did you know that our Earth’s climate is in serious trouble? Unless you have been living under a rock, you know that things are not great. As we are poised yet again to record the hottest July on record, I want to use this post to bring attention to something called “tipping points” […]

What is Edge Effect Abundance and why are Projects Critical to their Proliferation?
What is Edge Effect Abundance and how are projects related? During my recent camping trip in Michigan, I had the opportunity to experience the beauty of nature firsthand. However, I couldn’t ignore the hazardous air quality caused by the Canadian forest fires. This reminded me of the pressing need to transition to regenerative practices to […]

The Local Economic Impact of Projects as a Core Component of Sustainable Project Management
The decision of where to develop a project can significantly impact the local economy. Considering the local economic impacts before initiating any development project is essential since it can have far-reaching consequences. The prosperity category of the GPM P5 Standard focuses on maximizing positive returns for as many stakeholders as possible. Therefore, it is critical […]

The GPM P5 Standard Makes International Development Projects Sustainable
International development projects (ID) aim to improve people’s lives in developing countries. However, these projects often need more resources, complex stakeholder networks, and high levels of uncertainty. Effective project management is critical to overcoming these obstacles, and the P5 standard can be a valuable tool for organizations managing international development projects. The P5 standard offers […]

Beyond AI: Prioritizing Sustainability in the Face of Climate Change and Biodiversity Loss
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been hailed as a solution to many of humanity’s problems. Over the last six months, the amount of posts, podcasts, articles, and talks on AI has increased exponentially. I get it. AI is revolutionary, it is cool, it is changing things. but the growing focus on AI and how it will disrupt […]