Tradeoff! is a series of mapping games developed by the Natural Capital Project that simply introduce concepts related to nature’s benefits to people, while mirroring our analytical approach with InVEST. The process of preparing spatial data, running software tools, and appropriately interpreting results can be challenging; Tradeoff! represents a more effective means to convey our approach to a broader audience, especially those who are not computer saavy or experience scientific modelers. Currently, we offer four versions of Tradeoff!: 1) Best Coast Belize (coastal zone management), 2) Tradeoff! Agriculture Edition (terrestrial/freshwater services), 3) Northland: Arctic Choices (arctic development), and 4) Roads to a Resilient Future (linear infrastructure development).
If you are interested in playing Tradeoff!, we are happy to help! Please complete the short form below to submit a request for more information. You can also read more about the development of Tradeoff! in the following paper:
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Verutes, Gregory M., and Amy Rosenthal. “Using simulation games to teach ecosystem service synergies and trade-offs.” Environmental Practice 16.03 (2014): 194-204. doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/S1466046614000222
Our Current Games
Best Coast Belize!
Roads to a Resilient Future
Ranchland: Farm or Fallow
