Politics

Another important framework for helping the Earth is our political systems, and how they tie into the treatment of the planet and the environment.

Currently, our model creates pressures which lead to environmental catastrophe in many parts of the world. Capitalism as-practiced today also depends on constant growth, which is unsustainable. It incentivizes the collection and conversion of resources, beyond what is needed, without replacement and regeneration. It creates a hellish adscape in which people are constantly bombarded by media intending to make them feel insufficient. I could go on and on... but first, let's see some alternatives!

Top 19 Alternatives to Capitalism

Buen Vivir in Bolivia, a video featuring indigenous folks talking about their life, the upsides, downsides, and challenges they face.

Doughnut Economics: "A healthy economy should be designed to thrive, not grow | Kate Raworth"

Demands from society:

Shorter work week, 30 hours a week full-time. This will return agency to common people, enabling them to engage with more of their interests.

Publically-funded community efforts to repair the environment. (People will feel better if they gather like this...)