Principles of Degrowth

Principles of Degrowth

Sustainability in Degrowth

Economic system for environmental sustainability.

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Useful Production and Consumption

Emphasizes production of only what is necessary.

Work-Life Balance and Leisure

Encourages a balance between work and leisure.

Circular Economy Principles

Minimizing waste through recycling and reusing resources.

Sharing and Equity

Sharing resources to ensure sufficiency for all.

Cooperation Over Competition

Prioritizing cooperation over profit.

Local Production and Consumption

Promoting local production and consumption.

Relational Goods and Conviviality

Valuing relational goods and conviviality within communities.

Economic Redistribution in Degrowth

Aims to redistribute income and wealth.

Social and Cultural Transition

Transition from materialism to a more convivial and participatory society.

Environmental Sustainability through Degrowth

Supports sustainable production and consumption.

Definition List

Degrowth: an economic and social movement advocating for the reduction of production and consumption to enhance environmental sustainability and social equity.
Sustainability: the ability to maintain ecological balance by avoiding the depletion of natural resources.
Circular Economy: an economic system aimed at eliminating waste and the continual use of resources through recycling and reusing.
Relational Goods: non-material goods that arise from relationships, such as friendship and community involvement.
Conviviality: the quality of being friendly, lively, and enjoyable within a community.

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