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Sustainable idea generation workshop
This workshop focuses on helping participants understand sustainability in a broader
and more practical way, and then use it to generate real, testable business ideas.
Aims of the tool
Learning objectives
By the end of the workshop, participants will:
● Understand sustainability beyond environmental topics (systems thinking)
● Identify real-life problems connected to sustainability
● Transform problems into practical business ideas
● Evaluate ideas based on feasibility and long-term impact
● Build and present a simple sustainable project
Description of the tool
Basic Information
Title: Sustainable Idea Generation Workshop
Duration: 2.5–3 hours
Group size: 10-30 participants per group
Target group: Youth (16–30), beginners to intermediate
Facilitator(s): 1-2 people
Available downloads:
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Tool overview
http://toolbox.salto-youth.net/5746
This tool is for
Youth (16–30), beginners to intermediate
and addresses
Youth Initiatives
It is recommended for use in:
Training and Networking
Materials needed:
Materials Needed
● Sticky notes
● Markers
● Flipchart / whiteboard
● Printed templates (real-life problem + mini project)
● Timer (phone or visible countdown)
● Optional: visual cards for sustainability pillars
Behind the tool
The tool was created by
Proactive network z.s http://otlas-org.salto-youth.net/26612
in the context of
Training course "Business skills for a sustainable future" from 2026
The tool was published to the Toolbox by
Markéta Braunová (on 29 June 2026)
and last modified
31 May 2026
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