This document discusses research for global sustainability conducted by NASA and Future Earth. It outlines several frameworks for achieving sustainable development, including the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and planetary boundaries. It also describes long term economic cycles and the opportunities presented by exponential technological changes. The presentation promotes the work of Future Earth's Finance and Economics Knowledge Action Network in bringing together researchers, businesses, and policymakers to address challenges through projects examining topics like climate change risks as investment opportunities and ensuring the long term sustainability of investments.