Dr. John N. Telesford is a distinguished academic and Associate Dean at the School of Continuing Education at T. A. Marryshow Community College in St. George, Grenada. With a profound commitment to sustainability and island resilience, his research centers on the intersection of policy and resource use, particularly energy, within small island states and jurisdictions. Dr. Telesford’s work is pivotal in steering these islands toward sustainable futures, aligning closely with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
In his research, Dr. Telesford applies methodologies from Industrial Ecology, such as analyzing material and energy flows and socio-economic metabolism, to assess the impacts on island sustainability, especially under the pressures of climate change. Additionally, his studies extend to education and learning for sustainable development within island communities, emphasizing the importance of sustainability literacy and environmental practices at various levels.
Dr. Telesford is also an experienced consultant in sustainability, environment, and energy, with a focus on policy planning and the transition to sustainable energy within island contexts. His work is especially relevant to the role of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in advancing sustainable development goals.
