Lecture

From IPAT to Sustainability

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This lecture by the instructor explores the transition from the IPAT identity to sustainability, emphasizing the impact of human activities on ecosystem services. It delves into the concept of biosphere integrity, the Impact Inequality, and the Sustainable Development Goals, highlighting the conflicts between well-being drivers and environmental impacts. The discussion extends to the Doughnut economy model, assessing the compatibility of the SDGs with planetary boundaries. The lecture concludes by examining GDP growth, decomposition, and sustainability conditions, emphasizing the importance of preserving natural capital for long-term well-being and sustainability.

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