
Elizabeth Sawin
Director of the Multi-solving Institute and co-founder of Climate Interactive, with a background in systems thinking and climate modeling; author of Multisolving: Creating Systems Change in a Fractured World (Island Press, 2024).
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Oct 10, 2024 • 1h 28min
The Beauty of Multisolving | Elizabeth Sawin
Dr. Elizabeth Sawin, Director of the Multisolving Institute, is a leader in addressing interconnected global issues like climate change and equity. She shares her innovative 'multisolving' approach, which fosters collaboration among diverse sectors to achieve holistic solutions. Elizabeth highlights real-world examples, such as uniting asthma advocates with environmentalists, showcasing how integrated actions can enhance community resilience. She emphasizes the need for a worldview shift and grassroots efforts to create a sustainable and equitable future.

Oct 11, 2025 • 56min
Elizabeth Sawin, "Multisolving: Creating Systems Change in a Fractured World" (Island Press, 2024)
Dr. Elizabeth Sawin, Director of the Multi-solving Institute and co-founder of Climate Interactive, explores how to create meaningful change in complex systems. She introduces the concept of multisolving, emphasizing equitable decision-making and local solutions. Elizabeth discusses the importance of including diverse voices and shares her insights on the influence of Donella Meadows. She also addresses the limitations of UN climate processes and advocates for using crises as catalysts for innovative solutions while separating markets from unchecked capital concentration.

Jul 10, 2025 • 39min
Multisolving Our Democracy: Elizabeth Sawin
Elizabeth Sawin, Director of the Multisolving Institute and author, discusses her innovative concept of multisolving, which tackles interconnected challenges like climate change and civil rights. She emphasizes the power of solidarity in driving systemic change, particularly through initiatives such as the Green New Deal. The conversation unveils the crucial links between climate activism and democratic rights, showcasing how marginalized communities bridge both struggles. Sawin's insights offer a hopeful vision for a more equitable future through collective action.


