On September 02, 2022, a critical discussion took place at Oxford University’s School of Geography and Environment on one of the biggest questions we face on a warming planet: what is the role of economic growth in the transformation needed to secure a thriving future for humanity and the rest of the living world?
The 90-minute must-watch discussion took place between Jason Hickel, a leading academic on degrowth, and Sam Fankhauser, a leading academic on green growth, moderated by Kate Raworth, DEAL's co-founder and Conceptual Lead.
Kate hosted the session in a spirit of respectful disagreement, acknowledging the privileged position of universities to hold a space for this type of open, reflective debate. In particular, she invited the speakers and the audience to aim to appreciate the deeper perspective of whichever side of the degrowth/green growth debate they disagree with, and to consider what it would take to change their minds.
Watch the wide-ranging and deeply instructive discussion below (starts at 5m05s).
Gayle Dallaston
Brisbane, Australia
My interest is in networks to nurture innovative collaborations to tackle the interlinked problems of climate change.
Janthe Albers
Lund, Sweden
I am researching sustainability transitions and the implementation of doughnut economics in Amsterdam. All support is welcome!
Alice Borges Moron
I am an optimist who loves to exchange ideas and understand the dynamics between different moving parts.
Alex Pielaet
Spain
Looking for a job in a movement of like-minded people towards a more just economy
Get inspired, connect with others and become part of the movement. No matter how big or small your contribution is, you’re welcome to join!
Lilian Marino
London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom
To connect with conscious people interested in learning and applying the Doughnut Economics framework.