The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Switzerland, in collaboration with LEAF Inspiring Change (an ETH Zurich spin-off) and the Zurich University of Teacher Education (PHZH), has developed an innovative immersive strategy game that teaches sustainable forest and timber management principles.
WaldWege simulates the complex interplay between forestry interests and habitat protection, making these relationships tangible for players. The game demonstrates how decisions in forest management and along the value chain impact ecosystems across multiple timescales, showing tangible changes resulting from these decisions while fostering new ideas for responsible resource use.
The game addresses critical needs in sustainability education:
Climate Urgency: Sustainable forest management is central to addressing the climate crisis
Systems Thinking: Develop holistic understanding of complex systems and long-term consequences
Multi-stakeholder Perspectives: Gain insights into various viewpoints, fostering empathy and critical thinking
Decision-making Under Uncertainty: Simulate real-world scenarios with incomplete information
Educational Innovation: A pioneering method for experiential learning that promotes behavioral change and is adaptable to other complex topics
WaldWege is an innovative program that redefines sustainability education. With your collaboration, we can elevate this initiative even further, unlocking its full potential through strategic support and networking opportunities for funding. Choosing WaldWege means advancing a new generation of environmentally conscious citizens—and seizing the opportunity to showcase leadership in biodiversity transformation through innovation in education.
More Info: https://leafic.ch/waldwege/
Duration: 2 consecutive 90-minute slots