Earth for All

Buchzusammenfassung

The Earth4All collective brings together leading economists, scientists, and ecological advocates to secure a flourishing future for humanity. In Earth for All, authors Sandrine Dixson-Declève, Owen Gaffney, Jayati Ghosh, Jørgen Randers, Johan Rockström, and Per Espen Stoknes challenge us to rethink our relationship with capitalism and industry, with an objective of securing the sweeping systemic change necessary to save the planet.

Population growth, often seen as a looming threat to Earth's resources, has doubled twice in the past century and could reach 11 billion, intensifying global strain. However, empowering vulnerable groups like women and the elderly offers a more compassionate solution than merely curbing growth. Disparities in birth rates between high- and low-income regions highlight the role of education, career opportunities, and family planning in reducing population growth. Improving women’s access to education in low-income countries could transform lives, though debt burdens hinder such investments. Universal basic income (UBI) has shown promise in alleviating poverty and fostering economic growth, with potential to support aging populations through a proposed universal basic dividend funded by resource extraction fees. Addressing systemic wealth inequality, environmental degradation, and economic disparity requires global debt relief, a Green New Deal, carbon taxes, and relaxed intellectual property laws for green technologies. Transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy is critical, emphasizing efficiency, electrification, and infrastructure improvements. Meanwhile, the global food system, plagued by inequities and environmental harm, demands a shift to sustainable farming practices and dietary changes. Regenerative agriculture and a planetary health diet can reduce carbon emissions and resource strain, ensuring a more equitable and sustainable future.

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