Transform (y)our future with Gaia Education Design for Sustainability & Regeneration.
Transform (y)our future with Gaia Education Design for Sustainability & Regeneration.
Master sustainability across Social, Ecological, Economic, and Worldview Dimensions in one comprehensive online course.
One Course to Reshape Your Future - and the Planet’s.
The Full GEDS Experience is more than a course—it’s a transformative learning journey that equips you with the skills, tools, and confidence to create real, lasting change in communities, workplaces, and ecosystems.
With expert-led facilitation, you will:
Learn how to design regenerative systems that benefit both people and the planet
Gain confidence to lead sustainability projects, from community initiatives to workplace transformations
Apply practical tools to real-world challenges, using the 4D Framework (Social, Ecological, Economic, and Worldview)
Whether you’re working on a local project or bringing sustainability into your career, this course gives you the knowledge, support, and global community to make a real impact.
One course. Four dimensions. Unlimited impact.
Key Benefits
Gain a deep, practical understanding of sustainability, integrating social, ecological, economic, and cultural dimensions.
Join a global network of changemakers, collaborating with experts and peers to create real impact.
Earn an internationally recognised certificate, recognised by UNESCO.
Advance your education – upgrade your GEDS to a Masters or PhD with Ubiquity University.
Skills Gained
Holistic problem-solving – tackle complex sustainability challenges with an integrated approach.
Inclusive leadership – champion equity, diversity, and social justice in your work and community.
Sustainable finance & economics – align your career, life, and finances with regenerative principles.
Project design & ecosystem restoration – create and implement sustainability projects that regenerate communities and natural systems.
Cross-cultural communication – collaborate effectively across diverse communities and global networks.
Strategic sustainability planning – manage projects with clear goals, impact assessments, and resilience strategies.
Measuring impact – use sustainability indicators to assess progress and guide meaningful change.
GEDS equips you to be a visionary leader, driving innovation and transformation in your field while making a real impact.
If you're ready to integrate regeneration and sustainability into your work, this program is for you!
Gaia’s 4D Framework: Unique and impactful approach to Sustainability & Regeneration.
Social, Ecological, Economic, and Worldview dimensions combine to offer a holistic approach to sustainability. Gaia’s 4D Framework connects people, nature, local economies, and personal growth to create balanced and resilient comunities and projects.
The programme is divided into four interconnected dimensions: Social, Ecological, Economic, and Worldview.
Each dimension spans eight weeks and can be taken individually as Focus Course or as part of the full course.
Social
Enhance your leadership and collaboration skills with practical tools to empower communities, advance social justice, create inclusive solutions, and implement effective governance strategies.
Starts: 6 October 2025
Ecological
Master regenerative design and ecological practices to restore nature, applying principles of permaculture, ecosystem resilience, and innovative environmental solutions.
Starts: 12 January 2026
Economic
Develop regenerative economic models by integrating local economies, ethical finance, conscious consumption, and systems that foster prosperity without depleting natural resources.
Starts: 25 May 2026
Worldview
Expand your perspective by embracing holistic values, ecological ethics, and transformative spirituality while balancing innovation with ancestral wisdom.
Starts: 23 March 2026
Course details
Course format:
Online, flexible modules
Price:
1500 GBP (save 260 GBP by purchasing the full GEDS)
Duration:
14 months (with breaks in between)
Next Dimension:
Social - 6th October 2025
Workload:
Approximately 80 hours per Dimension - 400h total
Structure:
Four Dimensions plus the integration/practicum phase, called the Design Studio.
The Design Studio is the fifth unit, where you collaborate on real cases to apply your skills and earn a certificate in Sustainability & RegenerDesign
Facilitation:
Led by experts in each Dimension
Certificate:
Recognised certificate upon completion of the full course
Is the GEDS Full Course for You?
Anyone who lead or work with groups/communities.
Educators and change facilitators inspiring sustainable practices.
Entrepreneurs and business innovators integrating sustainability into their projects.
Policy makers designing systems for resilience.
Consultants and personal development coaches
Individuals passionate about driving meaningful change.
People who wish to align their actions with a new regenerative lifestyle.
Social or environmental activists
Students and researchers in social and environmental fields
Guided by experts in social transformation.
The GEDS Full Course is guided by dedicated professionals with real-world experience across all dimensions of sustainability.
Meet some of our facilitators:
Aline Van Moerbeke
Flemish born but residing in Spain since 2000, where she arrived as a Chinese Philologies' student working a summer job as an entertainer, and then ended up again for love. Just over a decade later she finds herself taking the Ecological Dimension of a Gaia EDE course on Mallorca, where she learns about whole systems design, bioconstruction, and... permaculture.
Gracelynn Lau
Self-identified as a settler of colour born and raised in British Hong Kong, Gracelynn Lau is a nature-based expressive arts therapist and community facilitator based in Canada. In 2005 Gracelynn began her master degree in worldview studies specializing in ecofeminist theology. The studies brought her to an inquiry into faith, ecological and personal healing.
Root Cuthbertson
Growing up between Montreal, New Hampshire, and Boston, Root learned to love dancing, music, poetry, public libraries, matching needs with resources, monofloral honeys, generously inclusive humor, and stories about healing and hope.
Learn from Global Sustainability Experts
The GEDS Full Course is guided by dedicated professionals with real-world experience across all dimensions of sustainability.
Meet some of our facilitators:
Aline Van Moerbeke
Flemish born but residing in Spain since 2000, where she arrived as a Chinese Philologies' student working a summer job as an entertainer, and then ended up again for love. Just over a decade later she finds herself taking the Ecological Dimension of a Gaia EDE course on Mallorca, where she learns about whole systems design, bioconstruction, and... permaculture.
Emma Woods
Dedicated to democratizing economic thinking and empowering others to have their say on the economics that shapes their lives. Tired of peddling economic growth and conforming to a neoliberal neuronormative career path, Emma left a career as a successful senior economist in the UK public sector to set up Flourish Economics which offers alternative economics education, imaginative workshops and radical thought leadership.
Root Cuthbertson
Growing up between Montreal, New Hampshire, and Boston, Root learned to love dancing, music, poetry, public libraries, matching needs with resources, monofloral honeys, generously inclusive humor, and stories about healing and hope.
Gracelynn Lau
Self-identified as a settler of colour born and raised in British Hong Kong, Gracelynn Lau is a nature-based expressive arts therapist and community facilitator based in Canada. In 2005 Gracelynn began her master degree in worldview studies specializing in ecofeminist theology. The studies brought her to an inquiry into faith, ecological and personal healing.
What Our Learners Say.
I realize I am more capable than I had assumed. I am grateful for the learning format to facilitate speedy learning. Our project planning now includes more depth and detailing thanks to this course."
– K. U. S.
The course content was very comprehensive, detailed and practical. I appreciated how the facilitators brought a focus on real-world applications from the very beginning. They both modelled the principles of harmonious and supportive group-working that we were learning."
– N. B.
Freedom and flexibility. Meaningful content. Great facilitation. Inspirational and diverse group of other students.
Loved the mix of self study and live sessions."
– E. C.
Have questions? We’ve got answers.
No previous experience is required. All you need is a passion for community building and collaboration.
The course is designed to fit busy schedules with around 10 hours per week of flexible study. Though highly encouraged, Live Sessions are not mandatory and are recorded to be watched later.
Yes! The course provides hands-on tools you can apply immediately in your community.
A comprehensive programme covering four dimensions of sustainability: social, ecological, economic, and worldview.
No prior experience is required. This course is designed for both beginners and advanced learners. Whether you’re new to sustainability or looking to deepen your expertise, the course provides accessible and actionable content for everyone.
Entirely online with live sessions, group discussions, and self-paced assignments. You’ll have access to experienced facilitators, a supportive learning community, and rich resource materials.
Yes, each dimension can be taken as a standalone course, so if you are interested in specific dimensions, you can take them separately. Enrolling in the full course provides a holistic understanding of sustainability and is more cost-effective.
The Design Studio is the integration piece of the GEDS Full programme that you can join after complete the 4 Dimensions.
Participants have life-long access to the course material. Though the course has a defined length, participants can go back to the material any time after the course completion.
Have questions? We’ve got answers.
A comprehensive programme covering four dimensions of sustainability: social, ecological, economic, and worldview.
No prior experience is required. This course is designed for both beginners and advanced learners. Whether you’re new to sustainability or looking to deepen your expertise, the course provides accessible and actionable content for everyone.
Entirely online with live sessions, group discussions, and self-paced assignments. You’ll have access to experienced facilitators, a supportive learning community, and rich resource materials.
Yes, each dimension can be taken as a standalone course, so if you are interested in specific dimensions, you can take them separately. Enrolling in the full course provides a holistic understanding of sustainability and is more cost-effective.
The Design Studio is the integration piece of the GEDS Full programme that you can join after complete the 4 Dimensions.
Participants have life-long access to the course material. Though the course has a defined length, participants can go back to the material any time after the course completion.
A comprehensive programme covering four dimensions of sustainability: social, ecological, economic, and worldview.
No prior experience is required. This course is designed for both beginners and advanced learners. Whether you’re new to sustainability or looking to deepen your expertise, the course provides accessible and actionable content for everyone.
Entirely online with live sessions, group discussions, and self-paced assignments. You’ll have access to experienced facilitators, a supportive learning community, and rich resource materials.
Yes, each dimension can be taken as a standalone course, so if you are interested in specific dimensions, you can take them separately. Enrolling in the full course provides a holistic understanding of sustainability and is more cost-effective.
The Design Studio is the integration piece of the GEDS Full programme that you can join after complete the 4 Dimensions.
Participants have life-long access to the course material. Though the course has a defined length, participants can go back to the material any time after the course completion.
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