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Economic Growth And Sustainability
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How To Sustain Our World For Future Generations Has Perplexed Us For Centuries. We Have Reached A Crossroads: We May Choose The Rocky Path Of Responsibility Or Continue On The Paved Road Of Excess That Promises Hardship For Our Progeny. Independent Efforts To Resolve Isolated Issues Are Inadequate. Different From These Efforts And From Other Books On The Topic, This Book Uses Systems Thinking To Understand The Dominant Forces That Are Shaping Our Hope For Sustainability. It First Describes A Mental Model The Bubble That Holds Our Beliefs That Emerges From Preponderant World Views And Explains Current Global Trends. The Model Emphasizes Economic Growth And Drives Behavior Toward Shortterm And Selfmotivated Outcomes That Thwart Sustainability. The Book Then Weaves Statistical Trends Into A System Diagram And Shows How The Economic, Environmental, And Societal Contributors Of Sustainability Interact. From This Holistic Perspective, It Finds Leverage Points Where Actions Can Be Most Effective And Combines Eight Areas Of Intervention Into An Integrated Plan. By Emphasizing Both Individual And Collective Actions, It Addresses The Conundrum Of How To Blend Human Nature With Sustainability. Finally, It Identifies Primary Three Lessons We Can Learn By Applying Systems Thinking To Sustainability. Its Metaphorrich And Accessible Style Makes The Complex Topic Approachable And Allows The Reader To Appreciate The Intricate Balance Required To Sustain Life On Earth. Highlights The Application Of System Thinking In Economics Identifies Systemic Leveraging Actions For Achieving Sustainability Outlines A Comprehensive And Integrated Plan For Achieving Sustainable Stewardship In The Future
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Economic Growth and Sustainability'? A: The book focuses on using systems thinking to understand the complex interactions between economic growth and sustainability, emphasizing how these elements influence our future.
- Q: How does the author approach the topic of sustainability? A: The author, Karen L. Higgins, presents a holistic view by integrating statistical trends into a systems diagram to identify leverage points for effective sustainability interventions.
- Q: What type of reader would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in economics, environmental science, and sustainability will find valuable insights, especially those looking for a comprehensive approach to these interconnected issues.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in the field of sustainability? A: Yes, the book is written in an accessible style, making complex topics approachable for beginners while still providing depth for more advanced readers.
- Q: What are the key lessons highlighted in the book? A: The book identifies three primary lessons that emerge from applying systems thinking to sustainability, emphasizing the balance between human nature and sustainable practices.
- Q: How many pages is 'Economic Growth and Sustainability'? A: The book contains 228 pages, providing a thorough exploration of its themes.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on December 1, 2014.
- Q: Can this book help with understanding economic trends related to sustainability? A: Yes, it weaves economic, environmental, and societal contributors together, allowing readers to understand how these trends interact and affect sustainability.
- Q: What format is the book available in? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Economic Growth and Sustainability'? A: The author of the book is Karen L. Higgins.