How Degrowth Will Reshape Technology w/ Jason Hickel
Tech Won't Save Us
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Challenges in Decarbonization and Economic Growth
The chapter delves into the complexities of decarbonization efforts, highlighting the need for a dual approach of efficiency along with sufficiency and equity. It discusses the limitations of solely focusing on electric cars for emissions reduction, emphasizing the necessity of reducing total energy use and reallocating resources towards socially and ecologically necessary sectors. The conversation also critiques the current economic system driven by profit maximization, advocating for democratic control over investments and production to address the pressing social and environmental crises.
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