Could we do more with less? Do we need economic growth for our welfare? Or does our obsession with growth have the opposite effect? In a series of five lectures called 'Will Degrowth Save the World?' Egbert Dommerholt, together with guests, will try to answer these questions.
This series of lectures of the Hanze University was inspired by the book 'Less is More' by Jason Hickel. Every month, starting in September, two speakers will explore our peculiar obsession with economic growth through a different perspective. All talks will be held in English. Every month has a different theme, from marketing to science. In this first lecture, we delve into the research behin the degrowth economy. Could it truly solve society's issues with climate and social inequality? It's a bold question. One that deserves a bold answer.
Sprekers
Egbert Dommerholt: Egbert Dommerholt is the professor of Biobased Business Valorization at the Research Centre Biobased Economy, and has been described as the "first degrowth-professor of the Netherlands". His research focuses on sustainable business models, including models that fit into the biobased or circular economy. He has written multiple articles and opinion pieces about the degrowth economy.
Kees Klomp: Kees Klomp is a speaker, consultant, professor at the Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, and author of THRIVE: Fundamentals for a new economy. He has dedicated many years of his life researching and analysing ways that our economy could serve the people, instead of the other way round. His takes inspiration from his Buddhist lifestyle when it comes to his approaches to economy and business strategies.
Moderator: Sanne de Boer, Communications Officer at the Research Centre Biobased Economy.
Video link: This lecture will be available to view online. A view link will be made available nearer to the time.
Language: English
