Hillmann-Regett, JanTibus, AlexanderVose, Noel2021-12-212025-11-282025-11-282021https://repository.berlin-international.de/handle/123456789/640The world is a somewhat overwhelming place right now, with a global pandemic, increa- sed social inequality, political polarization, and the ever-present issue of climate change. Extreme weather conditions are increasing, sea levels are rising, and biodiversity is reportedly declining by the minute. Thus, having been left with a world in a climate emergency. This paper will closely examine some of those reasons as to why graphic design is an active contributor to this issue. Furthermore, what that means for the identity of future designers; how one can have an impact by applying the already existing sustainable methodologies, driving change within the design industry; and what still has to be done to enable designers to lead by example towards a more sustainable future1 Introduction 1.1 Scope 1.2 Methodology Relevance 2.1 Understanding Sustainability 2.2 Sustainability in Graphic Design 2.3 Role and Identity of Graphic Designers in an Environmental Context 2.4 Sustainability in Education Footprint of Print and Digital Media 3.1 Supply Chain of Print Manufacturers 3.2 Server Energy Consumption Visual Language of Sustainable Design 4.1 Stock Sustainability 4.2 Greenwashing Existing Sustainable Methodologies / Strategical Design Methodologies 5.1 First Things First Manifesto 5.2 First Things First 2000 5.3 Technocentric Design 5.4 Biomimetic Design 5.4.1 Biomimetic Case Study 5.4.2 Jelte van Abbema, Symbiosis 5.4.3 Berry Creative, Climate Change Stamps 5.4.4 Concluding both Cases 5.5 Transition Design 6 Design Project 7 Conclusion 8 Bibliography 8.1 Books 8.2 ArticlesengMethodsTheory, philosophy, critiqueEnvironment, sustainabilityBiomimeticsThesis