One of the key shifts of regenerative thinking is to recognise and leverage the systems that we are part of. This article documents a how food manufacturer is using a Virtual Power Plant program to be an active participant in their energy supply network – not just a passive consumer.

As humans – with brains that seek to minimise energy use – all too often we can fall into the trap of one-way, process thinking. (Like only thinking of electricity in terms of kWh purchased.)

Developing the ability to understand and work effectively with systems can open up all sorts of opportunities – whether it’s making savings on your power bill or reducing homelessness.

Whether you go all in on Systems Thinking as applied to physical systems or explore systems thinking for social change – it’s a key tool for negotiating our complex 21st century world.