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Systems Thinking
Systems thinking is a holistic approach to problem-solving that focuses on how different parts of a system interact and influence each other over time. It helps leaders see beyond individual components like departments, markets, or financial statements to understand the broader dynamics, feedback loops, and long-term impacts of decisions. This perspective improves risk management, strategic planning, and operational efficiency by recognising interconnected relationships rather than isolated events.
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Doughnut design for business: DEAL’s guide to redesigning businesses through doughnut economics
This report is a guide for businesses to redesign their operations based on Doughnut Economics principles that focus on deep transformation to become regenerative and distributive. It explores transformative ideas, redesign possibilities, impacts, dependencies, and current design barriers/enablers.
Global assessment report on disaster risk reduction - our world at risk: Transforming governance for a resilient future
The report explores the challenges faced in managing systemic risk, the complexity of decision-making in volatile situations and offers solutions for improving risk communication.
Environmental beta or how institutional investors think about climate change and fossil fuel risk
This report examines how institutional investors think about climate change and fossil fuel risk. It finds that investors consider these issues subjectively and are primarily concerned with short-term investment horizons. The report argues that understanding investor perspectives is crucial for enhanced mechanisms both to mitigate GHG emissions and minimise climate change-related financial instability.
Towards financing large-scale holistic landscape restoration in Europe: Recommendations for EU policy actors to attain inspirational, social, natural and financial returns
The report provides financing recommendations for large-scale holistic landscape restoration in Europe, addressing climate change, biodiversity loss, and food and water insecurity. It emphasises the effectiveness of landscape finance in promoting healthy ecosystems, offering practical frameworks for policymakers to accelerate impactful activities and align natural and community needs for comprehensive restoration.
Global tipping points
The 2023 report explores ways to prevent potentially irreversible changes to the Earth's natural systems and recommends coordinated global action and governance. It also highlights positive tipping points in technology, economics, and society that can aid a sustainable future.
Hindsight Consultancy
Founded in 2016, Hindsight Consultancy advises on climate change, natural capital, and ESG, offering services to entities such as major credit ratings agencies, European asset managers, the European Commission, and the UN Environment Programme. They provide strategic guidance, investor relations support, and market research in the ESG and climate data sector.
Systemiq
Systemiq is a sustainable development organisation dedicated to transforming economic systems. Focused on environmental and social impact, they collaborate with businesses, investors, and governments to drive positive change. Explore their innovative solutions for a resilient and regenerative future.
Nordic Sustainability
Nordic Sustainability provides expert sustainability consulting services, aiding businesses in implementing environmentally responsible practices. With a focus on sustainable development, they offer tailored solutions to enhance corporate responsibility and reduce environmental impact.
Doughnut Economics Action Lab (DEAL)
Doughnut Economics Action Lab is a non-profit organisation advocating for the Doughnut Economics model, promoting sustainable and equitable economic systems. Visit our website for insights, tools, and initiatives fostering a regenerative economy. Join us in reshaping economic thinking for a more inclusive and environmentally conscious world.
Post Carbon Institute
Post Carbon Institute is a non-profit organisation focusing on climate change, sustainability, and resilience. Explore practical solutions, research, and community initiatives addressing environmental challenges. Stay informed about the transition to a sustainable future.
Intentional Endowments Network
Intentional Endowments Network focuses on sustainable investing in endowments and philanthropic assets. Explore www.intentionalendowments.org for resources and insights on responsible investment strategies, fostering sustainability in institutional portfolios. Discover how the organisation supports institutions in aligning their investments with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles for a more sustainable future.
Transformational Investing in Food Systems (TIFS)
TIFS is a network of investors and others who are interested in regenerative agriculture. The organization works to connect investors with businesses that are working to improve the food system. TIFS also shares information and resources with its members.
Centre for Policy Development (CPD)
The Centre for Policy Development (CPD) is an independent Australian think tank committed to shaping a fair and sustainable future. CPD conducts research and analysis on a range of policy issues, influencing public discourse and driving evidence-based solutions.
Towards a systemic understanding of sustainable well-being for all in cities: A conceptual framework
The purpose of this framework is to guide the design and evaluation of public policies, as well as provide tools for conducting thorough assessments and monitoring progress across various socio-ecological dimensions of sustainable well-being in different urban settings on a universal scale.
What Doughnut Economics means for business: Creating enterprises that are regenerative and distributive by design
This guide is intended for businesses and individuals who want to implement Doughnut Economics principles. It provides guidance on how to redesign a business through its strategic decisions and operations by focusing on purpose, networks governance, ownership and finance. The paper explores barriers and innovations to sustainable business design.
Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformations
Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformations is a global hub for understanding the systemic and society-wide transformations that are required to address climate change.
