Degrowth isn't the same as a recession – it's an alternative to growing the economy forever
Not only is degrowth is not the same as negative GDP growth, it is actually better for the planet.
May 23, 2023 • ~8 min
Not only is degrowth is not the same as negative GDP growth, it is actually better for the planet.
Amid the global threats posed by climate change, spiralling energy costs, insecure employment and widening inequality, the need to rethink our notion of progress is now an urgent priority.
Our research shows that although climate change is a key factor in starting conflict in eastern Africa, it’s not always the most important one.
The African continent stands to lose the most from climate change - here’s what local governments can do to protect it.
Radical new thinking is required to fight climate change, and ‘gross ecosystem product’ might help.
This celebrated research gives governments a reason to give climate change a low priority, but is based on spurious empirical data.
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