AcClimatize
The Board Game of Sustainability Superpowers
AcClimatize is a board game for ages 10+ that teaches families about sustainability using relatable lifestyle choices and the 17 UN SDGs. It solves the difficulty of teaching sustainability by offering interactive, non-confrontational learning that builds confidence in decision-making. The game is produced using sustainable materials like 100% organic cotton, recycled card stock, wood, and dried beans, with no plastic or coatings, ensuring all elements are compostable.
Company/Institution
Minneapolis School of Art and Design
The Master of Arts in Sustainable Design focuses on integrating sustainable practices into design processes. The program emphasizes practical experience, collaboration, and innovation to address environmental challenges through design solutions. Students engage with industry professionals and participate in real-world projects, enhancing their skills and knowledge in sustainability. Students develop skills in systems thinking, critical thinking, research, writing, problem solving and visual communication. Students complete a thesis project and presentation.
Country
Canada
Designer(s)
Virginia Gail Smith
This was my thesis project for my master’s in Sustainable Design from MCAD. Since I was a little girl, I have always wanted to be an artist and then a mother. These three passions encouraged me to develop this game on sustainability. Looking to the future, we need a healthy Planet to stay healthy and happy ourselves and for future generations. Aligning with scientists and environmentalists from groups that spurred the UN SDGs, Project Drawdown and Our World in Data, my art and design work now considers the planet first. I want to motivate people to love nature with all of her wonders.