Gaspar Pinto, Leonor; Ochôa, Paula (2017). Public libraries' contribution to Sustainable Development Goals: Gathering evidences and evaluating practices: Paper presented at the 83rd IFLA World Library and Information Congress, Wroclaw, Poland.
Initiated in November 2016, the project Public Libraries and Sustainability: Gathering Evidences of Contribution to SDGs (Project PLS) aims to develop a framework for evaluating public libraries’ contribution to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and tailor it to Portuguese public libraries. This paper discusses the role of impact evaluation practices and competencies in evidence gathering and advocacy processes of libraries’ contribution to the UN 2030 Agenda, focusing on the Project first stages. After presenting the research background and general methodological frame, the relevant approaches, methods and tools for assessing libraries’ contribution to SD are examined, particularly the impact evaluation perspective. The resulting Model for Evaluating Public Libraries Contribution to SDGs is discussed, as well as the alignment process with SD goals and national priorities through the SDG# Mapping Tool. Finally, some key aspects of the ongoing research are presented.
Kleemola, Hanna (2019). Public libraries, literary art activities and social inclusion: Paper presented at IFLA WLIC 2019, Athens, Greece.
This paper focuses on literary art activities in public libraries. The aim is to stimulate discussion on how literary art activities can promote socially sustainable development, a sense of community, and social inclusion. In Finland, public libraries organise low-threshold literary art activities that encourage both written and verbal expression, e.g. literary art clubs, rap and comics workshops, and creative writing groups. Literary art activities provide opportunities for the improvement of literacy, self-expression and social readiness, and the strengthening of self-esteem and identity. Moreover, they can promote community spirit. Libraries respond to current societal challenges and the needs of special groups by tailoring activities for immigrants, people requiring special assistance, and people at risk of social exclusion. For the promotion of social goals, it is important that libraries reach out to people who are not active library users. Finally, the paper presents an ongoing doctoral research on literary art activities in Finnish, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, and Icelandic public libraries. The hypothesis of the research is that literary art activities in public libraries prevent social exclusion and promote social inclusion equality, and well-being.
Jordan, M. W. (2013). Public library gardens: Playing a role in ecologically sustainable communities. In Dudley, Michael (Hrsg.), Public libraries and resilient cities (S. 101-110). American Library Association
Nwofor, Florence Amaka; Udeze, Nkechi Sabina; Chikaodi, Hope Chinyere Ilorah (2019). Public library transforming communities: Innovative projects through partnerships for sustainable developments: Poster presented at IFLA WLIC 2019, Athens, Greece.
Kenneth Dike State Central e- Library (KDL) Awka, Anambra state library Board, South- Eastern Nigeria, introduced wide range innovative activities and programs between 2016 -2018. Its objective was to transform the communities by creating fun, sociocultural inclusion, improving the quality of life, facilitating lifelong learning and enhancing economic empowerment through collaboration, partnerships with corporate bodies and Higher Education Institutions. KDPL as an educational and cultural institution projected on meeting the communities’ needs. This proactive stance align with IFLA WLIC’s 2019 theme ‘Dialogue for change’, and the SDGs. KDPL developed diverse unique participatory programs as described by the poster which include: (i) Diverse reading activities for attracting children/young adults to print books –‘Spelling B’, reading programs ,schools outreach from and readership promotion campaign (ii) cultural heritage space- collecting and preserving communities’ artefacts, collection of oral history research documented resources of various topics/themes from collaboration with LIS Department , Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. (iii).Fun- filled social activities for children- hosting Christmas parties featuring dance and puppet shows.(iv).Skill acquisition programmes which include maker space for making bags/hats/hand fans ,sewing, arts and crafts such as painting, collage, lettering, drawing and tie and dye of fabrics.(v).Community services featuring cancer awareness talks , visit to orphanages /prisons and advocacy meetings with President Generals of town unions. (vi)ICTs involving Internet/automated services for training users and staff. (vii). Democratization programs for creating political awareness and sensitization of members of the community such as ‘vote not fight’, ‘my vote, my power’, Anambra Budget Team (ABUT). Methodology: the research is case study. Data was collected through participant observation. Photographs and text were used. These multifaceted projects resulted in increased library’s visibility, user base and the receipt of BEST PUBLIC LIBRARY AWARD 2018, from the Nigerian Library Association.
Peet, Lisa; Schwartz, Meredith (2019). Public properties | LJ's 2019 Design Institutes, Colorado Springs and Austin. Library Journal, 144(Dec 24)
When creating sustainable library designs, planners start by looking at elements that can be reused. Much inspired and practical design has emerged by repurposing and building on or around what already exists: structures, materials, public spaces, personnel---and, as two recent Library Journal Design Institutes demonstrated---community.
Une bibliothèque verte et durable est une bibliothèque qui tient compte de la durabilité environnementale, économique et sociale. Les bibliothèques vertes et durables peuvent être de n'importe quelle taille, mais elles doivent avoir une stratégie de développement durable claire.
Biblioblog; Freie Universität Berlin (2019). Radfahren in der Bibliothek
Wer bei den winterlichen Temperaturen das Fahrrad lieber im Keller stehen lässt, für den hat die Philologische Bibliothek gegenwärtig eine ganz besondere Alternative parat. Seit dem 10. Januar kann man im Lounge-Bereich im 3. Stock kräftig in die Pedale treten. Auf Anregung der Bibliotheksangestellten Janet Wagner wurde probeweise ein Fahrradergometer aufgestellt (s. ausführliche FU-Pressemitteilung). Das Fitness-Rad soll nicht nur beim erfolgreichen Lernen unterstützen oder die ein oder andere Weihnachtskalorie schmelzen lassen – mit dem selbst produzierten Strom lässt sich umweltschonend auch das eigene Smartphone oder Tablet aufladen.
Hrvatsko Knjižničarsko Društvo (HKD) (2021). Radna grupa za zelene knjivznice
Radna grupa za zelene knjivznice oformljena je u Splitu 2014. godine s ciljem uspostavljanja mrevze knjivznica prema postoje'cem obrascu istarskog projekta Zelena knjivznica koji postoji od 2011. godine (www.zk.dbi.hr), a s ciljem edukacije javnosti i podizanja svijesti o odrvzivom druvstvu i nuvznosti zavstite okolivsa kroz knjivznice i knjivznivcarska druvstva. Osim ovog segmenta, radna grupa se bavi i pitanjima energetske uvcinkovitosti u knjivznicama.
Stricker, Michele P. (2022). Rapid library disaster response and recovery for community resilience. In Tanner, René; Ho, Adrian K.; Antonelli, Monika; Smith Aldrich, Rebekkah (Hrsg.), Libraries and sustainability: Programs and practices for community impact (S. 17-25). ALA Editions
A key element to successfully responding to a major disaster is the overall preparedness of individual citizens, families, and the community as a whole. The resources and instruments discussed in this chapter have been adapted from resources from experts in emergency management and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). These tools will help library leaders overcome challenging disaster scenarios and mitigate risk. When libraries rebound quickly from a disaster, their communities become more resilient.
Sudarević, Ana (2022). Reading list for children and young adults for promoting sustainable development. IFLA ENSULIB Newsletter, 2(2), 12-13
Sustainable development, green literacy and green libraries are among the key terms in school librarianship and they are practiced through green library practices such as book-readings, lectures, exhibitions, workshops etc. Because of that school libraries can become or already are environmental leaders in their schools as well as in local communities.
Lawton, Mark (2020). Ready for action: As cities undertake climate action plans, libraries emerge as partners. American Libraries, 51(September 1)
Sarah Preskitt has lived in Alaska for almost 40 years---and seen its climate change in ways the Lower 48's hasn't. "We used to joke that you had to arrange your Halloween costume over your snowsuit. It used to snow by October 15,'' says Preskitt, Alaska Collection librarian for Anchorage Public Library (APL). "Now it's closer to Thanksgiving.''
Brunvand, Amy (2019). Reasons to love your library: Think of them as ``resilience centers''. Catalyst Magazine, March 1
In his book Palaces for the People, sociologist Eric Klinenberg describes how a group of planners met to discuss ways to restore resiliency to 21st century cities. Someone proposed a compelling idea for a ``resilience center''---a place that would be a community gathering place, open every day, welcoming to everyone, staffed by trained professionals, with flexible space that could be adapted for many uses. Klinenberg realized that most American communities already have such a place and that it's called a branch library.
Smallwood, Carol (1995). Recycling tips for teachers and librarians. Jefferson, N.C.: McFarland. ISBN: 978-0786400096
Tips for recycling at home and in the classroom and library, as well as curriculum aids, class activities, and sample lesson plans. Teach the environmental three R's-reduce, reuse, and recycle-to your students and patrons! Here are tried-and-true tips for recycling items commonly used in the library and classroom. Divided into 5 sections, this is chock-full of sound ideas for setting up school recycling programs, saving money, encouraging creativity, and instilling the need for recycling in students and teachers. Includes addresses to write for additional information.
Gager, Emmerich (2015). Recycling von Büchern: Die Bibliothek Lockenhaus weiß auch ältere Bücher zu verwerten. Büchereiperspektiven, 2, 15
Die Bibliothek Lockenhaus weiß auch ältere Bücher zu verwerten und wurde für ihre Initiativen, einen offenen Bücherschrank in einer Telefonzelle und einen Recycling-Büchersessel im Mai 2015 mit dem "Goldenen Mistkäfer" ausgezeichnet.
Wagner, Janet (2022). Reducing paper consumption with ``Scan First''. IFLA ENSULIB Newsletter, 2(2), 17-18
In fall 2022, Freie Universität Berlin's libraries will be reorganizing their printing and copying services. This change will prioritize digital reproduction services over paper- based ones. These services will be free for all users. Below is an overview of the planned changes.
Quental, Nuno; Lourenço, Júlia M. (2012). References, authors, journals and scientific disciplines underlying the sustainable development literature: A citation analysis. Scientometrics, 90(2), 361-381. DOI: 10.1007/s11192-011-0533-4
This paper identifies the main references, authors and journals influencing the sustainable development literature. The task is accomplished by means of a citation analysis based on the records of ISI Web of Science. We found that the core of sustainability thinking is framed by a pattern of landmark studies published around every 5 years. Only 380 publications have been cited at least ten times. References with the highest influence are those with a global dimension and large diffusion, such as Brundtland Commission's ``Our common future'' (1987) and classics such as Meadows' et al. ``Limits to growth'' (1972). The list of the most influential references over the period 1960--2005 is dominated by contributions from economics (particularly ecological economics) and environmental science, but includes many other disciplines such as urban planning, political sciences and sociology. References are also made to policy documents such as ``Agenda 21'', one of the main outcomes of the Rio Summit in 1992. In analyzing citation trends, we found that classics, because of their high rates of citations per year, seem to have a more enduring and stable influence.
Griffis, Gabrielle (2022). Repair events in libraries: Sharing fixing skills and fostering sustainable culture. In Kroski, Ellyssa (Hrsg.), 25 ready-to-use sustainable living programs for libraries (S. 71-75). ALA Editions
Repair events are a hands-on intergenerational community activity in which people bring their broken items to be guided by repair coaches who will (hopefully) fix their defective things. At a repair event, participants will learn fixing skills, connect with fellow community members, and help keep items out of the landfill. Repair events help foster a culture based in social and environmental stewardship by providing a space where people can preserve resources and consider the cost of manufacturing and the impact of waste.
Gohr, Ronald (2017). Reparieren statt kaufen: Das Repair-Café in der Stadt- und Landesbibliothek im Bildungsforum Potsdam. BuB, Forum Bibliothek und Information, 69(1), 36--37
Die Stadt- und Landesbibliothek (SLB) im Bildungsforum Potsdam lädt seit rund drei Jahren unterschiedliche Altersgruppen zu multimedialen "Do-it-yourself"-Angeboten wie 3D-Drucken, die Medienmacher-AG, Digitale Welt Bibliothek und das Repair-Café ein.
Smith Aldrich, Rebekkah; Tanner, René; Antonelli, Monika; Dallas, sara; Ho, Adrian K.; Lesneski, Tracy Engel (2018). Report of the ALA Special Task Force on Sustainability (2018 ALA Annual Conference)
The ALA Special Task Force on Sustainability was formed in 2017 by the ALA Executive Board in response to the ALA Resolution on the Importance of Sustainable Libraries and the need to spark the development of actionable initiatives to further this work. The Special Task Force membership includes individuals with a variety of specialties, academic, public, and rural, as well as library architecture. The task force had an inaugural meeting in October 2017 and began work thereafter with bi-weekly meetings. A draft report was presented to the Executive Board at the ALA Midwinter Meeting in 2018 with the important highlight of the adoption of the ``triple bottom line'' framework of sustainability to guide our work: To be truly sustainable, an organization or community must embody practices that are threefold: environmentally sound, economically feasible, and socially equitable. In preparation for the final report, the task force reached out to the ALA membership: four online forums were held with a cumulative attendance of 80 individuals and a Perceptions Survey was administered, garnering the participation of more than 600 ALA members who offered more than 190 responses to a request for examples of libraries that provide leadership and serve as a model for sustainability for those they serve. This white paper summarizes the work of the task force, feedback from the membership, and provides direction for future implementation and innovation within our association and the profession all with an eye towards the creation of sustainable libraries.
Kuikka, Nina (2021). Repurposing a grocery store for the Joutsa Public Library in Finland. In Hauke, Petra; Latimer, Karen; Niess, Robert (Hrsg.), New libraries in old buildings (S. 167-178). De Gruyter. DOI: 10.1515/9783110679663-012
In 2004, the new Joutsa Public Library moved into a renovated former grocery store. Everyone benefitted. The library found a perfect location in the middle of the municipal service centre, which was spared one more sad, empty building. The preparation phase was long and complicated having commenced in 1995. But the renovation phase was quick and took only six months. The building dates from the late 1970s. Few major structural changes were needed to improve the appearance, safety and usability. The result is very flexible with much-appreciated creative shelving solutions and space arrangements. Skilful architects did an excellent job, and the customers find it difficult to believe the origin of the building. The use of the library has increased with greater numbers of customers, increased loans and enhanced event participation justifying the approach taken and demonstrating its success.
Please send comments, additions or suggestions to the bibliography to Beate Hörning.
The Bibliography Green Library is created in cooperation with the IFLA Environment, Sustainability and Libraries Section (ENSULIB).
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