In the development of our aims and objectives we are attempting to look beyond the economics of sustainability, towards a regenerative economics. We understand regenerative economics as the design and application of an economic system that regenerates the resources on which it depends. We would like to explore the consequences of a more expansive conception of capital as a way of recognising the diversity of assets and wealth that benefit our well being.  Would it be possible to build an  analysis of regenerative development that accounts for the true value, and true cost, of our economic activities? If so, what would be the effect of applying such an interpretation of our experience of the world? What currencies would we use to exchange these values? Is there a danger in applying a monetary value to so called natural or living capital? Are there “spiritual assets” in our communities and if so can they really be interpreted as capital? Besides, is it really necessary to go beyond sustainability? Are the frameworks of development provided for by sustainable economics enough to guide us away from the limitless extraction and over consumption of our resources?

If you are interested in researching these questions of regenerative economics please feel free to contact us with any thoughts or reflections you have on these matters.