Regenerative economy lab

Expert-designed courses in new economic thinking

Upcoming workshops

  • Regenerative Finance pioneers

    22 & 23 October 2025

    Vienna, Austria

    In what ways is our financial system compounding our social and ecological crises? How can we overcome existing barriers to support and steer public, private, and community finance towards the goal of an economic system in service of life? 

    Over two days, banking and finance professionals, academics, policymakers, NGOs, and changemakers will come together to explore and find answers to these questions. Leveraging the latest research, insights, and real-world examples, participants will engage with the principles of regenerative economics and finance and co-create concrete actions they can take towards shifting systems in their organisations, networks, and communities.

    This workshop is co-hosted with NaZemi (Czechia) with support from ERSTE Foundation via The Civic Innovation Fund.

    Pricing:

    €150 Individual/Standard I €300 Corporate/Sponsor

    Please note the official deadline for scholarships has now passed. To be added to the waiting list please follow the link below. The deadline for all other registrations is Sunday, 12 October 2025.

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  • Regenerative Economy online Lab

    October - December 2025

    Online

    As autumn comes to the Northern Hemisphere we are exploring offering a fully online Regenerative Economy Lab. Join us for 6 to 8 weeks to engage with the latest in regenerative economic thinking, explore examples and policy proposals from around the world, hear from practitioners who are implementing regenerative economic models in their organisations and contexts—and gain inspiration to help you figure out your role in this space.

    The course will include:

    + 1-2 hours of self-paced learning/exploration per week
    + 1-1.5 hour weekly facilitated live labs to go deeper with peers in small groups
    + 2-3 Regenerative Practitioner Q&A sessions for the entire Cohort/Community, over the course of the programme
    + Option (recommended) to create a project/concept and gain feedback
    + Invitation to a Community chat group


    Planned Pricing: €250 Standard | €300+ Corporate | €150 Reduced

    This first online Lab will go ahead once we have a minimum of participants interested. To enable us to plan and provide the best experience possible, please register below if you would be interested in joining!

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About

The Regenerative Economy Lab aims to educate and empower more people to play a role in transforming our economies to meet the challenges of this century.

WHY?

Our current economic system, which prioritises profits and growth, is driving us towards collapse—socially, and ecologically.

Regenerative economics is about creating organisations, communities, and systems of governance that prioritise good lives for all within the means of the planet.

Many new approaches exist—yet most academic courses and business schools are stuck teaching out-dated models.

That’s where we come in.

We combine the latest research and insights from regenerative economic thinking with cutting-edge pedagogic practices to create spaces where people can come together to learn, connect, and identify ways they can take action—individually, and collectively. 

Meet the team

  • KATY SHIELDS

    REGENERATIVE ECONOMIST, FOUNDER & COURSE DIRECTOR

  • Joshua Stehr

    SYSTEMIC DESIGNER, RESEARCHER, FACILITATOR

  • Tadeáš Žďárský

    TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATOR, POST-GROWTH SPECIALIST

  • Colleen Schneider

    ECOLOGICAL ECONOMIST, SPECIALIST IN MODERN MONETARY THEORY

what participants say

  • It was made even more powerful by the diversity of the group. It was incredibly affirming to meet others who are walking their own regenerative paths.

    Sustainability consultant

  • An incredibly inspiring space.. a place where visionary thinking and bold regenerative ideas are truly welcomed. Where questioning the status quo was not only allowed but deeply valued. The collective visionary energy in the room made this experience both powerful and transformative.”

    Finance professional

  • It was regenerative to be in nature and connected to people who care about systems change. Your level of expertise was highly impressive.

    Entrepreneur

Get in touch!

Interested in staying up to date? Want to suggest a workshop or collaboration? We’d love to hear from you!