Sustainability Transformations: Agents and Drivers across Societies explores the necessity of global societal transformations to address urgent environmental challenges. The book offers a comprehensive comparison of how sustainability transformations are perceived in various societies, supported by historical analogies and real-world examples from around the world. It delves into achieving goals such as decarbonization, resilience, and sustainable development through governance reforms, innovations, lifestyle changes, education, and new narratives. Drawing on data from academic literature, international news media, laypeople’s focus groups across five continents, and international politics, this volume examines the agents and drivers of societal change towards sustainability in diverse geographical, political, and cultural contexts. It is an invaluable resource for academics and policymakers engaged in environmental governance and sustainability efforts.