Welcome! This is a public collection of the work of Donella (Dana) Meadows. Through her writing and speaking, Dana helped people understand global systems with long delays and complex feedbacks, while also inspiring many to think about individual choices in daily living.

Here you will find 15 years worth of essays published as the award winning weekly Global Citizen column.

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Copyrights to the works of Donella Meadows are held by the Sustainability Institute. You are welcome to read and enjoy these pieces. If you wish to reprint or use specific pieces, please contact the Sustainability Institue at 802-436-1277.

Thank you! The creation of the Donella Meadows Archive was supported by generous individuals and the Vermont Community Foundation's Sustainable Futures Fund.

Special Note to Educators: We are adding curriculum materials that use the writings of Donella Meadows. Please contribute your curriculum to share with others.

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