Originally published: 4 June 2018 on TED's YouTube channel · Recorded at TED2018
Doughnut Economics: Thriving Within Planetary Boundaries
Oxford economist Kate Raworth challenges the idea that economies must grow forever. In this TED2018 talk, she introduces the "Doughnut": a safe and just space for humanity between a social foundation, where everyone's essential needs are met, and an ecological ceiling, beyond which we damage the planet. She calls for economies, cities and businesses that are regenerative and distributive by design.
Key Takeaways
- Progress should be measured by whether people and the planet thrive, not by growth alone.
- Businesses and cities can design circular, regenerative models that turn waste into resources.
- Meeting social needs and staying within ecological limits are two sides of the same goal.
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