Economy Me Me

Infinite growth on a finite planet. Whose idea was that? Amidst growing concerns over the climate and dwindling resources, we explore if capitalism can be tamed and whether there is a viable alternative with planetary wellbeing included in the bottom line.

Speakers

Dr Richard Wellings, Deputy Editorial Director, Institute of Economic Affairs
Andrew Simms, Policy Director, New Economics Foundation
Gary Taylor, Director, Energy and Environmental Sustainability Collaborative Research Network, Brunel University
Eliot Whittington, Senior Adviser, Climate Justice Initiative, Christian Aid

Facilitator:
Terry Macalister, Industrial Correspondent, The Guardian

Get clued up at one of the Dana centre’s debates. We invite the biggest names to talk about their most exciting ideas, and cordially invite your attendance.
Explore new ideas, hear different opinions and come face to face with leading thinkers as they unpick the most pressing topics in science.

This event is organised by: The Science Museum

Does capitalism and stopping global warning go hand in hand or do we need to rethink our economic system?

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