How it Works
The Integrated Sustainable Development Simulator (iSD Model) is a cutting-edge tool that leverages real-world data to model the long-term consequences of policies. It integrates key economic, social, and environmental factors, providing a comprehensive platform for systemic policy analysis and strategic planning. By simulating various policy interventions, it uncovers complex interdependencies, making it an indispensable tool for informed decisions about the future you envision.
The simulator is used by policymakers and stakeholders to test and evaluate various policy options and interventions aimed at promoting sustainable development. Tailored to specific national or regional contexts, the iSD model facilitates data-driven decision-making, helping governments plan and implement integrated, sustainable development policies.
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Sectors
Covering social, environmental, and economic systems.
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Indicators
Enabling detailed scenario analysis.
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Areas of Intervention
Vast combinations of policies. Ready to inform national strategies.
Stakeholder Consultations
We work closely with stakeholders to identify challenges and goals, ensuring the model reflects your unique needs and priorities.
Included Frameworks
Our simulator includes the most recognized sustainable development frameworks.
Sustainable Development Goals
The SDGs are a global initiative to end poverty, protect the planet, and promote peace and prosperity. There are 17 goals in total, covering issues from climate change to gender equality. Adopted by all UN Member States in 2015, the SDGs are part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Explore
Uncover complex system interactions to reveal the impacts of various policy areas on sustainable development.
Analyse
Utilize real-world data for informed insights into key development trends and states.
Test
Evaluate potential policy effects in a simulated setting to assess effectiveness.
Define
Design targeted, impactful sustainable development strategies based on evidence-driven insights.
Clients & Partners
Trusted by top organizations in working with development, sustainability, and climate change.
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What methodology underpins the Sustainable Development Simulator?The Sustainable Development Simulator uses System Dynamics modeling, capturing feedback loops, delays, and non-linear relationships across economic, social, and environmental systems. This helps decision-makers understand the long-term impacts of policy interventions.
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What services does Millennium Institute offer for sustainability transitions?Millennium Institute offers a range of services to support sustainability transitions, including strategic planning, policy analysis, program design, capacity-building workshops, stakeholder engagement facilitation, and comprehensive sustainability assessments. We use advanced modeling tools to forecast and evaluate the impacts of various sustainability strategies, ensuring tailored solutions that align with each client's unique goals. By integrating economic, environmental, and social dimensions, we help clients implement effective and sustainable changes for long-term ecological balance and social well-being.
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Can the Sustainable Development Simulator be adapted to different countries?Yes. The simulator is designed to be customized to reflect a country's specific context, including its data, policy priorities, and institutional structures. It has been successfully applied in over 40 countries, each with a unique configuration.
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Can the Sustainable Development Simulator be used at local levels?The Sustainable Development Simulator primarily supports national-level planning and integrated policy assessment. However, with additional data and adjustments, it can be adapted for local or sub-national contexts if needed.
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What kind of policies can be analyzed using the simulator?The simulator supports analysis of policies across sectors such as education, health, energy, environment, economy, infrastructure, and governance. It is particularly suited for evaluating trade-offs and synergies among Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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How does the simulator support evidence-based decision-making?By simulating long-term outcomes under various policy scenarios, the simulator enables evidence-based planning. Users can test the impact of proposed strategies before implementation, helping avoid unintended consequences and identify high-leverage interventions.
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Who can benefit from the Sustainable Development Simulator?Governments, development agencies, researchers, and civil society organizations can benefit from the Sustainable Development Simulator. It fosters cross-sector collaboration and aligns national development strategies with international commitments like the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Does the simulator require programming or technical expertise to use?While the underlying model is technically robust, end-users typically interact through an intuitive interface designed for policymakers. Millennium Institute provides training and technical support for implementation and ongoing use.
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How is the Sustainable Development Simulator different from other planning tools?The Sustainable Development Simulator offers a holistic, dynamic view of development. Unlike static tools or sector-specific models, its System Dynamics foundation captures feedback effects and cross-sector linkages, providing a comprehensive approach often missed in traditional planning.
