Individuals

Join the world's leading community of sustainability professionals

ISSP exists to empower professionals across the workforce and around the world.

Achieve your sustainability goals

Do you feel unsupported or overwhelmed by the massive transformation needed to meet 2030 commitments? ISSP provides a trusted community, training, and tools. Through membership, you can connect with the critical resources you need to achieve your goals and create sustainable change.

Find your people

As an individual member, you'll receive exclusive invitations to members-only working sessions, monthly networking, and discounts on courses.


If you're studying for the Sustainability Excellence credentials (SEA and SEP), we also provide discounts on study materials, exam fees, and CE credit opportunities.

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Member spotlights

Find your people


Members gain instant access to ISSPCommunity, a trusted space to engage with sustainability leaders and test out new ideas in industry-specific forums.


You'll also receive exclusive invitations to members-only programming, discounts on courses, and unlimited access to our live and on-demand webinars. If you're studying for the Sustainability Excellence credentials (SEA and SEP), we also provide discounts on study materials, exam fees, and CE credit opportunities.


Become a member

Annual membership

Individual members renew their membership once annually with $150 USD in dues, which supports the mission of providing the sustainability profession with community, tools, and training. As an inclusive, international community, we do our best to accommodate differences in career journeys and regional economies with membership discounts.


Not sure if you qualify for a low or middle income economy country discount? Find your country on the World Bank map. In addition to membership discounts, we often provide special discounts on selected courses and study materials. 

Membership Type Price
Standard individual $150
Students $25
Retiree/job search $75
Standard (upper-middle-income country) $75
Standard (lower-middle-income & low-income country) $25

Disclaimer: ISSP membership does not imply any professional certification, accreditation, or endorsement by ISSP of an individual's qualifications or expertise, and ISSP does not assume responsibility for the advice or actions of its individual members.

Membership FAQs

  • How much is ISSP membership?

    ISSP offers a variety of membership types. Explore the different benefits for individual membership and organizational membership. See member types.

  • Are there any requirements to become an ISSP member? Does ISSP vet its members?

    ISSP provides community, training, and tools for individuals interested in sustainability. It is important to note that membership does not imply any professional certification, accreditation, or endorsement by ISSP of an individual's qualifications or expertise, and ISSP does not actively vet or monitor the actions of its members. 


    However, as a member-driven organization, ISSP relies on the integrity and professionalism of its members to create a safe, beneficial community for the sustainability profession. Members are expected to engage responsibly and ethically within the ISSP community, respecting the principles of sustainability and promoting constructive dialogue. (See rules of engagement.)


    ISSP does not assume responsibility for the advice or actions of its individual members. It is the responsibility of ISSP members to accurately represent their qualifications, affiliations, and professional expertise. The views expressed by individual members do not necessarily reflect the official stance of ISSP.


  • Do you offer any discounts for membership?

    ISSP offers memberships at discounted rates for students who are currently enrolled in a college or university, for emerging professionals and retirees, and for those who reside in low or middle Income economies as defined by the World Bank. See discounts here.

  • How do I renew my membership?

    You will receive an email notification when your membership is up for renewal, notifying you that a new invoice is available.


    Please follow the instructions and reach out to support if you need help. 

  • I purchased a membership, but have not yet received access to my member account. What do I do?

    Login to your member account, and enter the email you used to register. You'll be prompted to create a new login account and review/add your information.


    Once you've logged in, you'll be taken to Member Compass - our  portal for you to update your profile, see events that you are registered for, pay invoices, and more. Be sure to update your profile! 


    If you still need help, please submit a support ticket, and we'll reply within 3 business days. 

  • Does ISSP offer memberships for organizations?

    Yes, we offer Organizational Memberships, and you can learn more about the benefits here.

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