Economics for the Common Good
A “triple bottom line” consideration of people, the planet and profit is essential for shaping a sustainable economy. This program examines ways to shape an economic system that provides long-term health and well-being for people, the environment, and communities.
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Topics: The “Commons” and ecosystems services; ecological economics; thermodynamics and the economy; externalities; policies, accountability, and governance; ecosystem services; globalization and trade; local economics; culture; economics indicators; business structures; ideology and greenwashing; life cycle analysis
Audience: 6-8, 9-12, higher ed, adult ed
Disciplines: economics, business, civics/government, environmental science
Career Connections: economics, business, marketing, entrepreneurship, finance, law, international relations and diplomacy, public- and environmental policy
New article: Teaching Sustainable Economics
We're pleased to announce the publication of "Sustainability and Economics 101: A Primer for Elementary Educators," an article appearing in the inaugural issue of the peer-reviewed Journal for Sustainability Education. Creative Change's Executive Director, Susan Santone, is the author.
Bring Economics for the Common Good to your classroom or organization.
Get instructional materials in our Curriculum and Resource Center, or combine that with a professional development package to support the revision of units, courses or programs.
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Bring economic concepts to life with hands-on activities.- Integrate social studies, science, and civics.
- Revamp economics or business courses to reflect the growing emphasis on the environment.
- Make economics relevant for learners of all backgrounds.
- Integrate economics with democratic values, equity, and civic engagement.
- Introduce ecological approaches to micro- and macro- economics courses.
- Revise business courses to reflect a “triple bottom line” approach.
- Teacher educators: Infuse social studies methods courses with sustainability perspectives.
- Subscribe to our multimedia curriculum library, or customize a professional development package to get the resources and training you need to introduce adult learners to the intriguing field of ecological economics.