Extinction Curve: Growth and Globalisation in the Climate Endgame

The world is at a critical crossroads, with the planet heating up at a historically unprecedented rate and ecological conditions sustaining vast species at irreversible tipping points. Business as usual and politics as usual can no longer be accommodated, and the Extinction Curve charts the dynamics of the economic and social relations driving this climate endgame. Ultra-right nationalism threatens descent into a darker and more fortressed world, while enhanced progressive and environmental activism presents hope of an alternative course. This book argues that reversing the extinction curve requires ending the growth pandemic embedded within the core of capitalism as a mode of production and consumption and maps fresh directions for a democratic social, economic, and sustainable ecological transformation in the interests of the global majority.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 170 pages
Publication date: 22 January 2021
Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited

The world stands at a pivotal juncture, facing a crisis that threatens the very fabric of our existence. The planet is heating up at an unprecedented rate, pushing the boundaries of human endurance and jeopardizing the delicate balance of ecosystems that sustain life. The consequences of inaction are dire, as we risk facing a climate and ecological catastrophe that could wipe out entire species and ecosystems.

In these challenging times, business-as-usual and politics-as-usual cannot be sustained. We need a radical shift in our approach, one that recognizes the urgency of the situation and the need for transformative change. The Extinction Curve provides a comprehensive analysis of the dynamics driving this perilous climate endgame. It sheds light on the fractures in our economic and social relations, which have contributed to the rise of ultra-right nationalism and the erosion of democratic values.

However, there is hope. Enhanced progressive and environmental activism offers a path forward, one that seeks to create a more just and sustainable world. The mainstream environmental movement has made significant strides in promoting a greener capitalism, but it has fallen short of achieving the necessary objectives. This book argues that reversing the extinction curve requires ending the growth pandemic that is embedded within the core of capitalism as a mode of production and consumption.

It presents a roadmap for a democratic, social, economic, and sustainable ecological transformation that serves the interests of the global majority. The book offers a vision of a future where human well-being is harmonized with the health of the planet, where social justice is upheld, and where economic growth is sustainable and equitable. It demonstrates how this transformation can be achieved through a combination of policy changes, grassroots movements, and individual actions.

The time for action is now. We cannot afford to wait any longer. The fate of our species and the planet rests on our shoulders. Let us rise to the challenge, embrace the change, and build a world that is resilient, sustainable, and prosperous for generations to come.

Weight: 270g
Dimension: 153 x 228 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800438279