Escape from Overshoot
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Escape from Overshoot

Economics for a Planet in Peril

Earth is in overshoot. The cumulative impact of 8 billion humans combined with the relentless pursuit of economic growth has stressed the planet beyond carrying capacity. This richly illustrated book describes our current predicament and identifies alternative economic pathways toward a post-growth future.

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 10 $1.00
In this chapter the author explains the concept of "overshoot", and provides evidence for it.
 36 $3.60
In this chapter the author explores ways of thinking about the future, and how they have changed over time.
 10 $1.00
In this chapter the author takes the reader through major economic thinkers of the past, and their unique conceptualizations of growth.
 24 $2.40
In this chapter the author discusses economic theory through various historical thinkers, with a focus on free markets.
 30 $3.00
In this chapter the author discusses economic, technological, energy and demographic trends in the world today, and what they may mean for the future.
 50 $5.00
In this chapter the author examines the concept of "sustainable growth" and whether it is a viable solution to overshoot.
 28 $2.80
In this chapter the auhor describes the concept of a "post growth era" as a potential solution to overshoot.
 36 $3.60
In this chapter the author explores frameworks for escaping overshoot.
 32 $3.20
In this chapter the author details practical ways to escape from overshoot.
 22 $2.20