SDG-aligned futures and the governance of the transformation to sustainability. reconsidering governance perspectives on the futures we aspire to

This paper examines the governance of the transformation to sustainability (T2S), emphasizing the interplay of various transition processes and stakeholder interactions. It critiques the "ahistoricity" in T2S literature, proposing an integrated approach that identifies four essential resources for effective governance. The author presents three pathways to sustainable futures aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, highlighting the unique socio-political contexts of different countries.