David Runnels

David Runnels, an environmental policy researcher and former collaborator with Jim McNeil, delves into the fascinating origins of liberal environmentalism. He explores how an oil man from Alberta and a socialist from Saskatchewan launched the concept of eco-development, shaping global environmental policy. Runnels highlights McNeil's pivotal role in drafting 'Our Common Future' for the Brundtland Commission, which framed sustainable development. The discussion navigates the tensions between capitalism and sustainability, raising questions about the future of this paradigm.