Sustainability Education Gets Creative with Board Games
Sustainability Education Gets Creative with Board Games
Sustainability Education Gets Creative with Board Games
Johan Ahlenius
February 2, 2026
Summary
A project at Uppsala University’s Campus Gotland is transforming sustainability education through the use of board games and theater-based learning. Supported by pedagogical funding, the initiative equips educators with innovative tools to make complex, often abstract sustainability issues more engaging and relatable. Workshops train teachers to use serious games and applied drama, while a game library and online handbook provide ongoing resources. The project has fostered collaboration across disciplines, encouraged active learning, and demonstrated measurable adoption in teaching practices. Its impact extends beyond the campus through conferences and shared resources, promoting creative, interactive approaches to sustainability education worldwide.
Reference
Ahlenius, J. (2026, February 2). Sustainability education gets creative with board games. Uppsala University. https://www.uu.se/en/staff/news/2026/2026-02-02-sustainability-education-gets-creative-with-board-games