"ASVIS" collection

Type: Thematic bibliographic collection
Status: Open collection
Location: “ASVIS”
Time span: 1986–
Language: Mainly Italian and English
Format: Printed monographs
Access conditions: Open consultation
Origin: The collection was established in 2020

Content:

The collection is a focused assemblage on sustainable development, with a strong emphasis on economic, social, and environmental issues. Most of the volumes, published between 2018 and 2024, reflect particular attention to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations 2030 Agenda, as indicated by the topographic classification GOAL1, GOAL2, GOAL17, etc. The publications are predominantly Italian, from publishers such as Il Mulino, Donzelli, Feltrinelli, and Carocci, but translations of international works are also included. Recurring topics include poverty and inequality reduction, ethical finance, circular economy, political ecology, and urban sustainability. The open nature of the collection suggests continuous updating to remain aligned with contemporary debates on sustainable development.

Main thematic areas:

• Economics and sustainable development: Includes volumes on circular economy, ethical finance, poverty, inequality, and alternative development models.
• Social and political sciences: Covers works on political ecology, democracy, social movements, and globalization, with particular attention to European and global contexts.
• Environmental sustainability: Collects texts addressing ecology, the climate crisis, resource management, and the environmental impact of human activities.
• Urban planning and territory: To a lesser extent, the collection includes volumes on sustainability in urban contexts, focusing on sustainable cities and communities.
• Human rights and social justice: Addresses social rights, inclusion, and justice, often in connection with poverty reduction efforts.

Documentary and historical value:

The collection demonstrates a high degree of thematic coherence, being entirely focused on the Sustainable Development Goals. Chronological coherence is also strong, with most publications produced in recent years, reflecting the most current and relevant debates on the topic. The collection is highly valuable for academic and specialized research, particularly in economics, sociology, political science, and environmental studies with a focus on sustainability. The presence of works by prominent authors in the international debate, as well as specialized series, further enhances its value.