The text discusses the need for alternative approaches to design that go beyond human-centricity in order to address the current climate and environmental emergency. It highlights the responsibility of global financial systems in contributing to climate change and emphasizes the importance of transitioning to a low-carbon and circular economy. The author critiques traditional notions of sustainability and proposes ten alternative approaches to design, including sustainable, pluriversal, and more-than-human design. Circular and regenerative design principles are highlighted as promising approaches gaining support in industry and government. The text concludes by emphasizing the need to consider the socio-ecological impacts of design and to adopt sustainable practices for a more sustainable future.
| Signal | Change | 10y horizon | Driving force |
|---|---|---|---|
| Increasing focus on non-human design | Shift from human-centric to more-than-human design | More design practices and terminology centered around the environment and non-human actors | Environmental and ecological crises |