The End of Growth: A Third Scenario

In this podcast episode, the speaker reflects on a debate about de-growth and green growth, highlighting the absence of a third scenario: the end of growth. The speaker argues that growth will eventually come to a sharp decline, despite the prevailing narratives of green tech-driven and democratically reduced production. This decline will lead to a significant impact on the size of economies, empowering individuals and communities to change their mindset and behaviors. The speaker also critiques the green growth narrative, highlighting the limitations of GDP per capita as a measure of progress and the adverse relationship between growth and climate change. Furthermore, the speaker argues that the complexity of the global economic system, coupled with financial and environmental issues, complicates wealth transfers and quick fixes.