Editora IABS

Editora IABS is the publishing and media production unit of the Instituto Brasileiro de Desenvolvimento e Sustentabilidade (IABS), a Brazilian non-profit organization focused on sustainability, rural development, and social technologies. According to its official website, the publisher and its production arm were conceived as tools for documenting and publicizing the actions and projects of IABS. The publisher operates a portfolio of academic journals, technical booklets, and educational materials, with a strong emphasis on environmental and social themes. Its flagship publication is the academic journal *Sustentabilidade em Debate* (Sustainability in Debate), which has reached volume 17 by 2026, indicating a long-running and active editorial program. The journal covers interdisciplinary research on sustainability, and the publisher also releases standalone books and manuals such as *Destravando mercados sustentáveis* (Unlocking Sustainable Markets) and *Apostila das Ações Formativas do Projeto Ostras e Comunidades* (Workbook for the Training Actions of the Oysters and Communities Project). These titles reflect IABS's applied work in areas like aquaculture and fishing, particularly oyster farming in Alagoas. Editora IABS serves as a knowledge-dissemination platform for IABS's projects, often producing materials in partnership with local communities and technical experts. Its publications are available in digital formats, including downloadable PDFs and flipbooks, and are distributed primarily in Brazil. The publisher's catalog is organized around themes such as sustainable development, rural technologies, environmental education, and coastal livelihoods. As a non-profit publisher, Editora IABS does not operate for commercial profit but rather to fulfill IABS's mission of promoting sustainable development through education and public outreach. Its editorial line is closely tied to the institute's field projects, ensuring that practical knowledge and research findings reach a broad audience of practitioners, researchers, and community members.

Editora IABS was established as the publishing and production arm of the Instituto Brasileiro de Desenvolvimento e Sustentabilidade (IABS), a Brazilian non-profit organization dedicated to sustainable development. According to the publisher's official website, both the publisher and its production unit were idealized as tools for recording and publicizing the actions and projects of IABS. This indicates that Editora IABS was created to serve the institute's communication and knowledge-dissemination needs, rather than as an independent commercial venture. The exact founding year of Editora IABS is not specified in the available evidence. However, the existence of its academic journal *Sustentabilidade em Debate* at volume 17 by 2026 suggests that the publishing program has been active for many years, likely since the 2000s or early 2010s. The journal has maintained a regular publication schedule, with issues such as Vol 16, n°3 (Set-Out/2026) and Vol 17, n°1 (Jan-Abr/2026) listed on the website. Over time, Editora IABS has expanded its catalog beyond the journal to include books, technical manuals, and educational materials. Notable titles include *Destravando mercados sustentáveis* (Unlocking Sustainable Markets) and *Apostila das Ações Formativas do Projeto Ostras e Comunidades* (Workbook for the Training Actions of the Oysters and Communities Project). These publications reflect IABS's applied work in areas such as sustainable markets, aquaculture, and community development. The publisher's output is closely tied to IABS's field projects. For example, the booklet *Ciclo de vida das ostras e os cuidados sobre o transporte das sementes até o cultivo* (Life cycle of oysters and care for transporting seeds to cultivation) was published in Brasília in 2025 as part of the Oysters and Communities Project. This material provides technical guidance on oyster farming, including environmental licensing and sanitary regulations, demonstrating Editora IABS's role in translating project knowledge into accessible formats. Editora IABS operates primarily in Brazil, with its headquarters in Brasília. Its publications are available digitally, often as free downloads or flipbooks, aligning with IABS's mission to promote open access to knowledge. The publisher does not appear to have a commercial retail presence; instead, it distributes its materials through its website and in conjunction with IABS's projects. As of the latest evidence, Editora IABS remains active, with recent publications dated 2025 and 2026. Its editorial line continues to focus on sustainability, rural development, and social technologies, supporting IABS's broader goals of fostering sustainable practices and empowering local communities.

• Publication of Sustentabilidade em Debate Vol 16, n°2 (Mai-Ago/2025)

• Publication of Apostila das Ações Formativas do Projeto Ostras e Comunidades

• Publication of Ciclo de vida das ostras e os cuidados sobre o transporte das sementes até o cultivo (Brasília, 2025)

• Publication of Destravando mercados sustentáveis

• Publication of Sustentabilidade em Debate Vol 16, n°3 (Set-Out/2026)

• Publication of Sustentabilidade em Debate Vol 17, n°1 (Jan-Abr/2026)

Non-profit academic and technical publisher focused on sustainability, rural development, and social technologies in Brazil.

• Sustentabilidade em Debate (academic journal)

  Peer-reviewed journal on sustainability, published by Editora IABS.

• Destravando mercados sustentáveis

  Book on sustainable markets.

• Apostila das Ações Formativas do Projeto Ostras e Comunidades

  Training workbook for the Oysters and Communities Project.

• Mulheres na ostreicultura de Alagoas: onde e como atuam?

  Publication on women in oyster farming in Alagoas.

• Ecossistema Manguezal e sua importância para o cultivo de ostras

  Publication on mangrove ecosystems and oyster farming.

• Ciclo de vida das ostras e os cuidados sobre o transporte das sementes até o cultivo

  Technical booklet on oyster life cycle and seed transport, published in Brasília, 2025.

1. 1Editora IABS – Homepageeditora.iabs.org.br
2. 2Ciclo de vida das ostras e os cuidados sobre o transporte das sementes até o cultivo – Editora IABSeditora.iabs.org.br
3. 3Editora IABS – Wikidatawikidata.org