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Degrowth – what's behind the economic theory and why does it matter right now?

Degrowth

Degrowth ... opinions surrounding the economic theory differ. Image: Unsplash/Markus Spiske

Victoria Masterson
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A ‘degrowth’ strategy could cut CO2 emissions by 2050 more deeply than alternative economic growth strategies.
A ‘degrowth’ strategy could cut CO2 emissions by 2050 more deeply than alternative economic growth strategies. Image: Nature Communications

Degrowthers would like to see the end of GDP being used as a measure of economic progress.
Degrowthers would like to see the end of GDP being used as a measure of economic progress.

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