The Ownership Economy cover image

Episode 065 - Governance and Possibilities: A Political Economy of the Commons, with Jenn and Ilia Murtazashvili

The Ownership Economy

00:00

Decentralized Governance and Resource Management

This chapter explores the concept of decentralized governance, particularly its application in managing common resources effectively through local community initiatives and technologies like blockchain. It examines real-world examples, including the experiences of communities in Afghanistan and Ukraine, highlighting the importance of human agency in governance and resource management. The discussion raises critical questions about the efficacy of governmental interventions and the potential of polycentric governance to empower local communities in addressing collective challenges such as climate change.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app