Taking on The Econocracy: Is narrow economic orthodoxy putting the squeeze on climate action?

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New book The Econocracy warns against entrusting economics to the experts - especially when it comes to the environment

For those with an understanding of how important a healthy environment is to the fabric of a prosperous society, it can be frustrating to watch political and corporate leaders either side-line the issue...

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