The Concept of Degrowth

Degrowth is presented as a critical alternative to the conventional focus on economic growth. This ideology suggests that simply increasing GDP may not solve pressing societal and environmental issues and that prioritizing the quality of growth is crucial. Notably, former Green Party leader Caroline Lucas highlighted that continuing with the same economic model that created crises will not lead to resolutions. The conversation emphasizes the need to explore measures beyond GDP to gauge societal health, urging a reevaluation of what true prosperity looks like.