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Slow Throughput
Rating: 4.0 out of 5(15 ratings)
61 students

Slow Throughput

Learn how you can overcome the dilemma of take -> make -> dispose
Created byMichael Boyle
Last updated 2/2026
English

What you'll learn

  • Understand drawbacks of linear model and embrace circularity.
  • Explore benefits and principles of closed-loop systems.
  • Identify challenges to implementing circular practices.
  • Learn from successful global circular economy initiatives.
  • Acquire strategies for personal and professional circularity.
  • Grasp interconnections in circular economy components.
  • Analyze impacts of circularity on economy, environment, and society.
  • Discover circular economy's potential for innovation and job creation.
  • Master effective communication for circular advocacy.
  • Create actionable plan for personal circular implementation.

Course content

3 sections26 lectures2h 10m total length
  • Your Circular Adventure1:21
  • Take -> Make -> Dispose3:46
  • Improvement Alone Will Not Get You to Circularity2:22
  • Permaculture3:26
  • Circularity and Politics2:19
  • Circularity: The Price of Non-Conformance3:11
  • What Does Life Look Like After We Won?3:16
  • Refrain - Reuse - Recycle4:50
  • Fit to Maintain5:02

Requirements

  • none

Description

Updated January 20th, 2026

Elevate Your Impact: The Journey Toward Circularity

Are you concerned about the accelerating fragility of our planet? Do you feel a growing urgency to move beyond passive observation and toward decisive action? Recent weather calamities across the globe have served as a stark wake-up call, proving that the systems we once relied upon are no longer sustainable. It is time for a systemic shift. We invite you to embark on a transformative journey toward a regenerative future through our premier course, "The Circular Path: Creating a Sustainable Future."

The Problem: The Linear Dead-End

For centuries, the global economy has operated on a "take-make-dispose" model. This linear progression—rooted in the early Industrial Revolution—assumes that natural resources are infinite and that the Earth can infinitely absorb our waste. We now know this is a dangerous fallacy. In this course, we critically examine the environmental degradation, resource depletion, and social inequities fueled by this "cradle-to-grave" approach.

The Solution: A Revolutionary Alternative

But where do we begin the transition? The answer lies in circularity—a closed-loop system designed to minimize waste and keep materials in use for as long as possible. We have distilled years of environmental research and industrial experience into a clear, actionable framework. "The Circular Path" uncovers the "secrets" of circular design, moving beyond simple recycling to explore regenerative agriculture, product-as-a-service models, and industrial symbiosis.

A Unique, Multi-Faceted Learning Experience

What sets this course apart is our commitment to diversity of thought. Solving the climate crisis requires more than just technical engineering; it requires a shift in psychology, economics, and design thinking. Our curriculum features:

  • Engaging Lectures: Deep dives into the science of sustainability.

  • Diverse Perspectives: Insights from global innovators, indigenous wisdom, and modern policy-makers.

  • Practical Examples: Real-world case studies of businesses and communities successfully closing the loop.

Your Role in the Revolution

"The Circular Path" is more than an educational program; it is a toolkit for change. We believe that while the challenges are systemic, the solutions are powered by individuals. By the end of this journey, you will be equipped with the mindset to identify "waste" as a design flaw and the skills to implement sustainable improvements in your professional and personal life.

The 2020s have been defined by the need for resilience. Enroll in "The Circular Path" today, and let’s build a world that doesn’t just survive, but thrives.


Who this course is for:

  • Anyone who is interested in learning about the subject and is keen to take matters into her own hands
  • Example: What is the cost we have in not achieving circularity?