Adaptability

What you can do at this level

• K

  Knows that human actions may have unpredictable, uncertain and complex consequences on the environment.

• K

  Knows that there is no single solution to complex socioecological problems, but rather different alternatives depending on time and context.

• K

  Knows about risks associated with transformations of the natural environment by humans.

• K

  Knows which aspects of personal lifestyle have higher impacts on sustainability and require adapting (e.g. air travel, car usage, meat consumption, fast fashion).

• K

  Knows the importance of the link between local impacts and global sustainability.

What you can do at this level

• S

  Can adapt to different approaches when working on sustainability.

• S

  Can identify and adapt to different lifestyles and consumption patterns to use fewer natural resources.

• S

  Can take into account local circumstances when dealing with sustainability issues and opportunities.

• S

  Can navigate the ambiguity and uncertainty around sustainability issues while thinking about alternatives.

What you can do at this level

• A

  Acknowledges the emotional impact of climate change, loss of biodiversity and impoverishment.

• A

  Is willing to discontinue unsustainable practices and try alternative solutions.

• A

  Is comfortable considering sustainable options, even if competing with personal interests.

• A

  Is flexible, resourceful and adaptable in coping with unexpected environmental changes.

• A

  Copes with trade-offs in decisions on sustainability within and across domains (environmental, social, economic, cultural, political) and across time and space.