ECOlogical doughnut ecoNOMY for adults

Erasmus+ Adult EducationCooperation partnerships in adult educationID: 2022-1-IT02-KA220-ADU-000085508
EC Contribution
€120,000
Consortium Size
3 orgs
Start Year
2022
Summary

The objectives of the ECO-NOMY project focused on promoting sustainability, innovation, and economic awareness among adults by introducing the Doughnut Economy model. Specifically, the project aim...

Objectives

The objectives of the ECO-NOMY project focused on promoting sustainability, innovation, and economic awareness among adults by introducing the Doughnut Economy model. Specifically, the project aimed to: - Increase awareness and understanding of the Doughnut Economy, integrating environmental sustainability, social justice, and economic development, and focusing on creating a balance between human needs and planetary boundaries​​. - Develop competencies for sustainable entrepreneurship by incorporating the Doughnut Economy theory into non-formal education to enhance adult learners' abilities to apply sustainability practices in entrepreneurship​​. - Foster digital literacy and improve adult learners' skills in using technology effectively, particularly in relation to sustainability and economic actions​​. - Encourage collaboration and best practices exchange to facilitate the sharing of methodologies, especially regarding climate action and sustainable economic models​​. These objectives were pursued through two training courses, workshops, and the creation of practical resources like an interactive guide and audiobook​​.

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