Towards Strong Sustainable Consumption Governance

Why ''greening the market'' will fail to meet our global ecological threats and what to do instead

Autori

• Sylvia Lorek

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Pagine

148pagine

Tempo di lettura

6ore

• Scienze politiche & Politica

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Focusing on the need for sustainable consumption patterns, the book introduces Strong Sustainable Consumption Governance, which emphasizes regulating consumption levels in affluent countries rather than relying solely on technological advancements. It critiques the simplistic belief that market greening alone can address global challenges like climate change and resource depletion. By analyzing resource use and distribution, the book highlights the importance of a precautionary approach to achieve genuine sustainable development and enhance human well-being amidst limited resources.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2010

(In brossura)