(2019) Systems thinking for educating about the molecular basis of sustainability.

Mahaffy, P. G.; Matlin, S. A.; Holme, T. A.; MacKellar. J. 

Nature Sustainability. 2019, 2, 362–370.

DOI: 10.1038/s41893-019-0285-3

Since a core element of addressing sustainability challenges requires attention to the material basis of society, a new paradigm for the practice of chemistry is needed. Chemistry education, especially gateway post-secondary general chemistry courses, should be guided by an understanding of the molecular basis of sustainability. A Systems Thinking in Chemistry Education framework illustrates one way to integrate knowledge about the molecular world with the sustainability of Earth and societal systems.