Our planet and how we evaluate wealth

A shift towards inclusive wealth indicators

At the Planet under Pressure conference, progress included a preview of a new tool to evaluate not just overall wealth, but also sustainability of growth patterns. >>
Does economic growth make us happy?

Does economic growth make us happy?

The first World Happiness Report shows us that, although economic growth can’t make us happy on its own, it does help a bit. >>
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As the dream of economic growth dies

With the growth frenzy currently being unveiled as folly, work has begun on an alternate macroeconomic model that would allow stable economic output. >>
Can we evolve beyond money?

Can we evolve beyond money?

If coming generations are weaned on collaborative consumption, it is possible they will naturally gravitate away from consumerism. >>