Professor Tim Jackson is a leading economist and sustainability expert at the University of Surrey, where he directs the Centre for the Understanding of Sustainable Prosperity (CUSP). His influential work focuses on exploring economic systems that prioritize human well-being within ecological limits, challenging traditional growth-focused paradigms.

Jackson is renowned for his book Prosperity Without Growth, which critiques the dependence on GDP growth in economic systems and argues for a transition towards sustainable and equitable economies. His academic and policy work includes advising national and international organizations on sustainability strategies, resource management, and environmental policy. Through CUSP, he fosters interdisciplinary research to address global sustainability challenges and develop frameworks for achieving societal prosperity without overburdening natural systems.