Why will technology not save our souls? – Timothée Parrique

Economics for Rebels

English - October 30, 2023 00:13 - 49 minutes - 112 MB - ★★★★★ - 1 rating
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The myth of green growth surrounds us wherever we look. Eco-modernisation’s promise that technological fixes will provide us with the efficiency we need to decouple environmental burdens from economic growth suggests that business-as-usual can continue. Today’s guest Timothée Parrique is the best to explain why this is not happening and why relying solely on technological solutions is like betting on green zero in roulette. Hosted by Alexandra Köves. Edited by Aidan Knox.