Panel: Growth happened yesterday - do we want degrowth?
Economic growth enhances prosperity for all. This narrative has so far underpinned political action. However, growth has been purchased at the cost of increasing energy consumption, extensive exploitation of natural resources, and global inequality. The EU is turning to green growth to address the climate transition, aiming to halt resource depletion through technology and efficiency improvements. This approach faces opposition from the Degrowth movement, which advocates for a reevaluation and conscious slowing down of the economy. Can we truly save the planet only by reducing resource consumption and our consumption habits?
The pursuit of green growth and technological improvements to address the climate crisis contributes to the promotion of clean energy sources and the reduction of energy consumption.
Efforts to increase efficiency and foster technological innovation aim to promote a more sustainable use of natural resources and a shift away from excessive exploitation.
The discussion on green growth and degrowth reflects the need to reduce resource consumption and consciously slow down consumption to achieve more sustainable consumption and production patterns.
Efforts to halt resource depletion and reduce consumption are essential steps in combating climate change and protecting the planet.
The discussion on green growth and degrowth necessitates collaborative partnerships between governments, businesses, civil society, and the scientific community to collectively find solutions to global challenges.
