Álvaro Álvarez

Álvaro Álvarez, a journalist and filmmaker known for the BBC film Less Is More: Can Degrowth Save the World?, dives into the thriving degrowth movement in Barcelona. He discusses how middle-class citizens are seeking economic alternatives that align with ecological values. The conversation touches on cooperative housing models, the growing global interest in degrowth, and the importance of addressing social justice alongside climate issues. Álvaro also highlights the need for equitable solutions to avoid green gentrification while changing narratives around wealth and success.