You will explore the key concepts of sustainability and examine how the concept has evolved over time.
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Module 'Sustainability'
In this series of learning paths, you will explore the key concepts of sustainability, discover how different frameworks and assessment tools help us understand and evaluate sustainability, and reflect critically on the impact of framing and discourses. You will also examine the complex nature of ‘wicked problems’ and the need for systemic and personal transformation to achieve sustainable change. Each learning path offers knowledge, reflective activities and practical examples to help you better understand sustainability and put it into practice.
Overview of learning paths
You will explore different sustainability frameworks and gain insight into the complex dynamics of sustainable development.
You will learn how sustainability is measured and what the figures really tell us. You will reflect on the impact you can make.
You will learn to recognise ‘wicked problems’ and explore evolving understanding, the precautionary principle and transformation.
You will explore how values, norms, controversies and framing shape sustainability-related policy decisions and individual choices.
