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315. The World is Not Ending | Bjørn Lomborg

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

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Critique of Degrowth and Innovation's Role

This chapter critically evaluates the degrowth movement, questioning its potential for sustainable solutions while highlighting risks of totalitarian oversight. Through a case study of Germany, it examines the unintended consequences of renewable energy, arguing that innovation and human ingenuity are essential for overcoming environmental challenges. The discussion emphasizes the value of open dialogue and collective effort in fostering progress rather than succumbing to pessimistic views on resource scarcity.

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