The planetary boundary (PB) concept is based on a set of nine boundaries for critical processes that regulate the functioning of the earth’s ecosystems at a global level.  The concept posits that crossing these boundaries takes us into ‘zones of…

Fred Barker, one of our Senior Research Fellows, is publishing this discussion paper on the necessary transition to a Zero Carbon world and how Zero West may accelerate those trends. “One of the purposes of Zero West could be to…

An invitation to an afternoon seminar – July 25th pm from 12. 30 to 4.00 pm. where we will explore the driving factors that will affect the next thirty years and more. We are seeking people’s views on the needs…

The Schumacher Institute’s Martin Sandbrook and Douglas Owen were recently invited by The Royal Society to deliver a training course designed to help policy advisors get a fresh perspective on systems, so they can make more effective recommendations. We brought…

By Martin Sandbrook, Learning programmes Director When I am teaching people about action experiment, they understandably ask me for examples. When I respond, I often sense that the reaction is one of disappointment. I think this may be because trying…

Date: Wednesday 29 March 6.30pm to 8.30pm Venue: Bristol Textile Recyclers, Victoria Terrace, Bristol, BS2 0TD Description: A one-off opportunity to visit Bristol Textile Recyclers, learn how to turn waste into a valuable commodity, and explore your role in the…

Could a modern industrial strategy provide a vehicle to help achieve the economic transformation needed to address profound eco-system and social challenges? The Institute has submitted evidence to the Labour Party consultation on industrial strategy which sets out key concepts,…