The following introduction to the essentials of systems thinking is an excerpt from Donella Meadow’s book Thinking in Systems. It was originally published in issue 74 of Timeline magazine, March 2004.
People who are raised in the industrial world and who get enthused about systems thinking are likely to make a terrible mistake. They are likely to assume that here, in systems analysis, in interconnection and complication, [...]
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Dancing With Systems
Posted by Kindle Loomis, Published: August 10th, 2012
The following introduction to the essentials of systems thinking is an excerpt from Donella Meadow’s book Thinking in Systems. It was originally published in issue 74 of Timeline magazine, March 2004.
People who are raised in the industrial world and who get enthused about systems thinking are likely to make a terrible mistake. They are likely to assume that here, in systems analysis, in interconnection and complication, [...]
“What if…?” The C-Learn Climate Simulation Tool
Posted by Kindle Loomis, Published: June 14th, 2012
By Sarah Parkinson
If we halt deforestation, will we ensure a healthy future planet? If we cut fossil fuel emissions by a quarter, can we maintain a steady global temperature and keep sea levels from rising? If we reduce carbon emissions by half, will we be on track for a sustainable tomorrow?
When dealing with a system as large and complex as planet Earth, it can [...]
Pushing the Limits Simulation
Posted by Kindle Loomis, Published: April 3rd, 2012
We’re pleased to announce the addition of a new interactive simulation to the educational resources available on the Donella Meadows website. “Pushing the Limits: How much oil is left?” is a learning lab that allows users to investigate some of the most important concepts relating to an economy driven by fossil fuels.
By exploring the learning lab you will:
Learn about the [...]
