The Planetary Health Equity Hothouse presents the BBC documentary Less is more: can degrowth save the world? by journalist and documentary filmmaker Alvaro Alvarez. The documentary features a different economic thinking and practice: degrowth.
Originating in France, the degrowth movement has spread to places like Japan, the UK and Barcelona, taking root in academia, grassroots organisations and among university students. The movement argues for a 'democratisation of the economy' and for collectively managing key resources, like housing. Critics argue that opposing economic growth is impractical and warn of negative consequences, especially for the most vulnerable. This documentary takes a look at the theory - and asks what the practice might look like.
The film will be followed by a panel discussion with the film director Alvaro Alvarez. The event is in-person only.
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Event Speakers
Alvaro Alvarez
Alvaro is a journalist and documentary filmmaker with over 15 years of experience creating a wide range of content. Born in Argentina and raised in Spain, Alvaro joined the BBC World Service in London in 2011. Throughout his career, he has covered a variety of issues, travelling to countries such as Cuba, Mexico, Peru, China, and Egypt.
Sabrina Chakori
Sabrina is a researcher, educator and multi-award social entrepreneur. She is a postdoctoral researcher at CSIRO, Australia’s National Science Agency, and her research explores exnovation dynamics in postgrowth food systems transitions. An ecological economist with a strong interest in degrowth research, she founded the Brisbane Tool Library and co-founded the Degrowth Journal.