Doughnut Economics Simulation
A Spreadsheet for Simulating the Doughnut Economics in the Classroom
Version 1.0 (October 2021)
Overview
This tool consists of a spreadsheet that could be applied for simulating interactions between countries, companies, financial institutions, international organizations, and civil society in a global setting.
It has been designed and implemented for educational purposes in a course in Economics of the Global South.
It has been used in an online setting but could be also applied in a face-to-face environment in its current format.
Why use it?
It allows the application of theoretical knowledge in a practical way.
It helps students understand the intricacies of the global economy and the complexity in seeking to achieve social, economic, and environmental sustainability.
It contributes to helping students acquire a set of key cognitive, skill-based, and affective learning outcomes that are crucial for education for sustainable development.
Who is it for?
Educators working in higher education institutions (even though it could be adapted to lower educational levels), policymakers, decision-makers, or facilitators willing to organize a workshop regarding Doughnut Economics.
How long does it take?
It has been applied during a three-hour session, but the format is flexible and could be implemented in shorter or longer sessions.
Longer simulations will allow the students to explore the intricacies of Doughnut Economics in deeper detail and have a more enriching experience.
How many people is it for?
It could be used with groups of 10 to 50 students. We recommend that they work in teams during the simulations to enhance teamwork, discussion, public speaking and
What materials do you need?
A detailed explanation of the implementation and the toolkit (spreadsheet) can be accessed in the scientific paper following the link below.
(This tool will be updated as we use it on more occasions)
What does the facilitator need to know or be able to do?
The facilitator must master the theoretical framework of the doughnut economy and the circular economy. He/she should also read the instructions carefully and familiarize him/herself with the spreadsheets before implementing the activity.
Acknowledgments
This tool was developed in collaboration with Prof. Ángela Suárez-Collado, Department of Political Science and Public Administration, University of Salamanca
Links
The results of the educational experience have been published here: https://doi.org/10.3390/su13137201
Citation
Sierra, Javier; Suárez-Collado, Ángela. Understanding Economic, Social, and Environmental Sustainability Challenges in the Global South. 2021. Sustainability. (13) Page 7201. https://doi.org/10.3390/SU13137201.
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Aleksandra Kekkonen
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Cassia Moraes
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Cassia is the Founder and CEO of Youth Climate Leaders, a social enterprise that trains and connects young people with networks and opportunities to start their careers as climate leaders. She is also member of the Regional Coordinating Committee (LatAm), UNDRR’s MCR2030 initiative: cities and climate change. Cassia has experience working on sustainable development and international cooperation in the public, private and third sectors. Previously, she has served as Deputy Executive Coordinator at the Brazilian Forum on Climate Change, and worked as consultant at CIVICUS, UNDP and the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN). Cassia holds a MPA in Development Practice degree from Columbia University.
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Ezequiel Aguirre
Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
I am a Husband, Father and Economist. I am working on proyects of Early chilhood (Form Pregnancy to 4/6 years old) , Aging (older persons), Entretainment, An Education for Young People, all mixed with Digital Transformation. I really love the Doughnut Economy concepts. I have a company that also help 20 Century Business to transform to a 21st mindset and business model!!
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Bruno Fleur
Vullierens, Vaud, Suisse
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Javier Sierra
Salamanca, Castilla y León, España
