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“The idea of a non-growing economy may be an anathema to an economist. But the idea of a continually growing economy is an anathema to an ecologist.” quote by Tim Jackson
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“The idea of a non-growing economy may be an anathema to an economist. But the idea of a continually growing economy is an anathema to an ecologist.”

Tim Jackson

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Source Book: Prosperity without Growth, Tim Jackson, 2009

Economic growth benefits economists, but endless growth harms ecological balance, highlighting a conflict between development and sustainability.

In simple terms: Growth good for economists, bad for ecologists.

Key Takeaway

Balance development with ecological limits.

Themes

economics environment sustainability

Mood

concerned thoughtful

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • policy planning
  • corporate strategy
  • urban development
  • resource management

Key Concepts

steady-state economics ecological limits

Questions to Reflect On

  • What policies can reconcile economic and ecological goals?
  • How can societies thrive without perpetual growth?
A Different Perspective

Economic pressures may resist ecological constraints.

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