News from Population Matters.
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Balancing Act: How the Steady-State Economy Seeks Equilibrium
If the steady-state economy were to be encapsulated in single word, it would be balance. It is a concept that seeks to establish an equilibrium between growth and environmental integrity, between production and population growth.
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Advancing Population Solutions: Insights from the UN Summit of the Future
We recently attended the United Nations Summit of the Future in New York, where the the Pact for the Future was adopted, including critical mentions of population growth and sustainable development efforts. Florence Blondel has the highlights.
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Doughnut Economics: Bold Blueprint for a Sustainable Future – Part Two
As part of our series exploring alternative economic models, this is the second edition looking at Kate Raworth’s Doughnut Economics. This framework seeks a thriving economy with equality and a minimum standard of living for all, while not taking more from the planet than it can afford to give.
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Doughnut Economics: Bold Blueprint for a Sustainable Future – Part One
As part of our series exploring alternative economic models, today we look at Doughnut Economics. Through integrating the need for social equity within planetary boundaries, this framework champions a thriving but sustainable economy that respects both human and environmental limits.
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The Summit of the Future: A Unique Opportunity for Change
We are thrilled to be part of the Summit of the Future this week, a ‘once-in-a-generation opportunity’ aimed at accelerating progress on the 2030 Agenda and addressing other critical global challenges.
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Endless economic growth unsustainable for planet and people
As part of an upcoming project exploring alternative economic models, this article looks at how the current pursuit of endless economic growth drives environmental degradation and deepens social inequality. The traditional growth mindset prevails among our political classes, but it is not working for planet or people.
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Debunking myths: Why Choosing a Smaller Family Does Make a Difference
A common misconception is that individual family size decisions have little influence on global population growth. However, the reality is quite different. Choosing to have a smaller family can affect not only global population trends, but also the future of the planet.
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Parched Earth: How Population Growth Fuels Water Challenges
World Water Week’s theme, Bridging Borders: Water for a Peaceful and Sustainable Future, speaks to the collective effort required to achieve global water goals. Our numbers and the impact we have on our environment must be part of the conversation.
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Population Solutions Drive Success for All 17 Sustainable Development Goals
The United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals are a global blueprint for a better future With the UN Summit of the Future just a month away, there is no better time to focus on how population solutions can help achieve these ambitious targets.
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Population growth: Causes, Consequences and Solutions
With the world population projected to reach 10.3 billion this century, understanding the causes, consequences and potential solutions is more critical than ever.