About the Regenerative Economy Lab
Our economic system needs an upgrade
From climate change to toxic pollution, AI risks, geopolitical conflicts and extreme inequality - humanity faces multiple, overlapping crises, driven by an extractive and exploitative economic system. We urgently need to transition to a new kind of economic system that places human and planetary flourishing at its core.
Regenerative economics offers a way forward
There has been a recent explosion in regenerative economic theories and business practices. Concepts such as Wellbeing Economies, Doughnut Economics and Post-Growth are now gaining traction, supported by heterodox thinking. These offer pathways towards a world in which our economies work in service of life - not the other way around.
Everyone can be an agent of economic change
Everyone can be an agent of economic change
We believe the required speed of change is too rapid to be left to economists alone. We aim to educate and empower more people to take part in the transformation to a regenerative economy. Our tailored programs bring together like-minded people to help them identify ways they can take action in their organisations, communities, networks and within society at large.
UPCOMING COURSES
REGENERATIVE ECONOMY LAB PRESENTS: INTO THE WOODS (IN ENGLISH)
THIS WORKSHOP IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. WRITE TO US TO JOIN THE WAITING LIST OR TO BE INFORMED ABOUT FUTURE WORKSHOPS.
Friday, 23rd May at 12:00 to 18:00 and Saturday, 24th May '25 from 9:00 to 18:00.
For this immersive 1 1/2 day workshop, modelled on our flagship weekend action lab, we are moving to a special venue in the 17th district of Vienna, close to public transport links yet surrounded by forest. Featuring a mix of in- and outdoor spaces for learning, convening and co-creating, together we will explore ways to transform our economies so they serve people and planet, and consider the roles we can all play.
This workshop will help participants:
- Gain a systemic understanding of our intertwined ecological and social crises, and how they connect with our economic system
- Unpack the narratives and structures currently blocking transformation
- Acquire a foundational understanding of regenerative economics and the different ways we could meet our needs, beyond growth
- Become savvy with different policies, theories and approaches, such as Wellbeing Economics, Doughnut Economics, Degrowth and Modern Monetary Theory
- Learn about inspiring examples of businesses and communities that are shifting towards more resilient and regenerative models
- Co-create ideas of how to overcome barriers and foster change, in a safe space with like-minded individuals
- Become part of a growing community of changemakers
Pricing:
Standard: €250
Support: €350 (pay a little more, to help us offer scholarships )
Reduced: €150 (limited availability, for those with limited means)
All prices are net of VAT and include locally-sourced organic vegan or vegetarian food and non-alcoholic beverages on both days. To register or find out more, please get in touch at hello@regenecon.eu or fill out the form below.
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Contributors
Benoit Sarrade, Workshop Designer and Facilitator
Benoit Sarrade, Workshop Designer and Facilitator
Benoit Sarrade, Workshop Designer and Facilitator
Benoit is a sustainability facilitator and educator who has helped more than 1,000 individuals and business leaders learn about topics such as the climate crisis, climate adaptation, biodiversity loss, circular economy and planetary boundaries. Through interactive workshops and "serious" games, Benoit helps participants gain a systemic understanding and inspire them to take action.
Colleen Schneider, Curriculum Advisor and Speaker
Benoit Sarrade, Workshop Designer and Facilitator
Benoit Sarrade, Workshop Designer and Facilitator
Colleen Schneider is an ecological economist whose research focuses on the intersection of post-growth and Modern Monetary Theory. Colleen currently teaches on the Masters in Social and Ecological Economics and Policy of the Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU Wien) as well as the University of Torrens' Economics of Sustainability Masters.