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The day the world stops shopping : how ending consumerism saves the environment and ourselves / by MacKinnon, J. B.(James Bernard),1970-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Consuming less is our best strategy for saving the planet-but can we do it? In this thoughtful and surprisingly optimistic book, journalist J.B. MacKinnon investigates how we might achieve a world without shopping"--
Subjects: Consumption (Economics); Environmentalism.;
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Profit : an environmental history / by Stoll, Mark,1954-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Capitalism; Environmental degradation; Environmental economics;
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Slow down : the degrowth manifesto / by Saitō, Kōhei,1987-author.; container of (work):Saitō, Kōhei,1987-Hitoshinsei no "Shihonron."English.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."In SLOW DOWN, Kohei Saito delivers a bold and urgent call for a return to Marxism in order to stop climate change. Here he argues that by returning to a system of social ownership, we can restore abundance and focus on those activities that are essential for human life, effectively reversing climate change and saving the planet"--
Subjects: Marx, Karl, 1818-1883.; Capital.; Environmental economics.; Marxian economics.;
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Stuck monkey : the deadly planetary cost of the things we love / by Hamilton-Paterson, James,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.In 'Stuck Monkey', James Hamilton-Paterson uncovers the truth behind the everyday habits fuelling the climate crisis. Drawing on eye-opening research and shocking statistics, he mercilessly dissects a wide spectrum of modern life: pets, gardening, sports, vehicles, fashion, wellness, holidays, and more. Ferociously unflinching and intelligent, this book will make you think twice about the "innocent" habits we often take for granted.
Subjects: Consumer behavior; Consumers; Consumption (Economics);
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No new things : a radically simple 30-day guide to saving money, the planet, and your sanity / by Piper, Ashlee,author.;
Includes bibliographical references."From award-winning sustainability expert Ashlee Piper, a witty, no-nonsense guide to regaining control over your time, consumerist impulses, and financial and mental wellness For nearly two years, Ashlee Piper challenged herself to buy nothing new. And in the process, she got out of debt, cut clutter, crushed her goals, and became healthier and happier than ever-all the things she'd always wanted to do but "never had time to" (because she was mindlessly scrolling, shopping, spending, and stressing). After a decade of fine-tuning, No New Things guides readers through the same revolutionarily simple challenge that has helped thousands of global participants find freedom and fulfillment in just thirty days. The book follows the rise of what Piper calls "conditioned consumerism" and how it sneakily hijacks our time, money, and mental bandwidth, as well as harms the planet. From there, readers follow customizable daily action items that bring about the ease and richness of a life less bogged down by spending and stuff, without compromising on style, convenience, or fun. Whether you're a bona fide shopaholic or someone who just wants to buy less and live more, No New Things is the antidote to modern overwhelm."--
Subjects: Consumption (Economics); Environmentalism.; Sustainable living.; Thriftiness.;
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The case for climate capitalism : economic solutions for a planet in crisis / by Rand, Tom,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."The left and right -- the business community and environmentalists, bankers and activists -- must together reclaim capitalism and force profits to align with the planet. A warming climate and a general distrust of Wall Street has opened a new cultural divide: anti-market critics from Naomi Klein to the Pope target capitalism itself as a root cause of climate change, while neo-conservatives who diminish the climate threat are in favor of market fundamentalism. Rand argues that both sides in this emerging cultural war are ill-equipped to provide solutions to the climate crisis, and each is remarkably naïve in their view of capitalism. On one hand, we cannot possibly transition off fossil fuels without the financial might and entrepreneurial talent market forces alone can unlock. On the other, without radical changes to the way markets operate, capitalism will take us right off the climate cliff. Rejecting the old left/right ideologies, Rand develops a more pragmatic view capable of delivering practical solutions to this critical problem. A renewed capitalism harnessed to the task is the only way we might replace fossil fuels fast enough to mitigate severe climate risk. If we leave our dogma at the door, Rand argues, we might just build an economy that survives the century."-- Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Capitalism; Climatic changes; Environmental economics.; Social responsibility of business.;
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More from less : the surprising story of how we learned to prosper using fewer resources--and what happens next / by McAfee, Andrew,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."A surprising analysis of the decline in consumption of natural resources despite the explosion of goods, prosperity, and population"--
Subjects: Capitalism.; Conservation of natural resources.; Consumption (Economics); Environmentalism.; Natural resources; Technology;
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A good war : mobilizing Canada for the climate emergency / by Klein, Seth,1968-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."A bold blueprint to retool our economy and transform our politics for a zero-carbon future. The IPCC's 2018 report told us in no uncertain terms that the world has just ten years to at least halve our greenhouse gas emissions if we are to have a hope of holding global warming to a 1.5°C increase. Canada is not on a path to meet its greenhouse gas reduction targets, and radical change to the way we live and work must happen at high speed, but how are we ever to do this? Well, we've actually done it before. During the Second World War, Canadians and their government completely remade the economy -- retooling factories, transforming the workforce, and creating common cause among Canadians for the war effort. In A Good War, author and activist Seth Klein looks at the Second World War strategies and shows how they can be repurposed today for a rapid transition. He demonstrates that this change can create jobs and reduce inequality while tackling our climate obligations. From enlisting broad public support to new economic models, and new job creation to investment in green infrastructure, Klein shows us a bold, practical policy plan for a zero-carbon Canada. In a coincidence almost too uncanny, COVID-19 has brought change upon our world that would have been unthinkable a few months ago, change very like what Klein presciently proposes in these pages. It turns out the world can turn on a dime if necessary. Now is the time to use the billions of dollars governments are spending to support their economies to invest in climate change and social infrastructure for a better future. And the blueprint is in your hands."--
Subjects: Climate change mitigation; Climate change mitigation; Climatic changes; Economic policy; Environmental economics; Environmental policy; Environmental policy; Sustainable development;
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Going Circular. by Dale, Richard,film director.; Curiosity Stream (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Originally produced by Curiosity Stream in 2021.Explore the secrets to an innovative concept called circularity -- an economic system that eliminates waste and saves the planet's resources. Meet four visionaries who are rethinking global paradigms and transforming the modern world.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Business.; Science.; Economic development.; Environmental sciences.; Documentary films.; Current affairs.; Environmental ethics.; Sustainability.; Natural resources--Management.; Environmental economics.; Recycling (Waste, etc.).; Nature.;
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The Invisible Doctrine. by Sabean, Lucas,film director.; D. Hutchison, Peter,film director.; Monbiot, George,actor.; Media Education Foundation (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
George MonbiotOriginally produced by Media Education Foundation in 2024.Neoliberalism: do you know what it is? THE INVISIBLE DOCTRINE - featuring activist and best-selling author George Monbiot - deconstructs the roots, secretive propagation and deep impact of a doctrine that has played a profound role in transforming our economics, politics, environment, and even how we’ve come to view ourselves – converting us from citizens to consumers in the process.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Business.; Economic development.; Documentary films.; Current affairs.; Globalization.; Environmental economics.; Consumer behavior.; Capitalism.;
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