Managing without Growth, Second Edition: Slower by Design, not Disaster by Peter

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Managing without Growth, Second Edition by Peter A. Victor Three 50 year scenarios are compared: a base case, an ambitious greenhouse gas reduction scenario, and a sustainable prosperity scenario with broader environmental objectives, reduced income inequality, shorter working hours and the cessation of economic growth. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Ten years after the publication of the first edition of this influential book, the evidence is even stronger that human economies are overwhelming the regenerative capacity of the planet. This book explains why long-term economic growth is infeasible, and why, especially in advanced economies, it is also undesirable. Simulations based on real data show that managing without growth is a better alternative. The book tells how the recent idea of economic growth emerged from the idea of progress, itself only a few hundred years old. Many reasons for questioning growth are given based on an extensive review of the data as well as on conceptual and methodological considerations. The experience of growth in several countries is documented, compared and found wanting. Possibilities for managing without growth in high income economies are simulated with a new, comprehensive systems model with many novel features. Three 50 year scenarios are compared: a base case, an ambitious greenhouse gas reduction scenario, and a sustainable prosperity scenario with broader environmental objectives, reduced income inequality, shorter working hours and the cessation of economic growth. The book closes with a review of policies to make this scenario a reality. This updated book is a valuable resource for a broad academic audience, including students and researchers in economics, environmental studies, environmental science, business studies, and geography, as well as social justice groups and NGOs concerned with the environment, inequality and employment. Author Biography Peter A. Victor, Professor Emeritus, York University, Canada Table of Contents Contents: Preface 1. The Idea of Economic Growth 2. Why Manage Without Growth? 3. Systems, Information and Prices 4. Pricing Nature 5. Limits to Growth – Sources 6. Limits to Growth – Sinks and Services 7. Limits to Growth – Synthesis 8. Scale, Composition and Technology 9. Economic Growth and Happiness 10. The Disappointments of Economic Growth 11. Managing without Growth: Exploring Possibilities 12. Managing without Growth: From Simulations to Reality References Index Review This book will appeal to both technical economists and to general readers. It advances a compelling case for the abandonment of growth as a policy objective for rich countries, while acknowledging that more growth is still essential in poorer ones. -- Peter C. Grosvenor, Environmental PoliticsWritten in a crisp, clear, concise style, almost totally free of jargon, deeply grounded in data, and superbly referenced, the book is a must-read for those who want to form their own informed opinion about this subject, with or without economic education. -- Halina Szejnwald Brown, Local EnvironmentIf you want to get into the nuts and bolts of postgrowth economics, then Managing Without Growth is the book for you. -- Jeremy Williams, The Earthbound Report Review Quote Written in a crisp, clear, concise style, almost totally free of jargon, deeply grounded in data, and superbly referenced, the book is a must-read for those who want to form their own informed opinion about this subject, with or without economic education. Details ISBN1785367390 Author Peter A. Victor Short Title Managing Without Growth, Second Edition Language English Year 2019 Edition 2nd ISBN-10 1785367390 ISBN-13 9781785367397 Format Paperback Publication Date 2019-01-25 DEWEY 338.9 Pages 432 Publisher Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Imprint Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd Place of Publication Cheltenham Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2019-01-25 NZ Release Date 2019-01-25 UK Release Date 2019-01-25 Subtitle Slower by Design, not Disaster Edition Description 2nd edition Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:161762842;

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