Over-consumption in the rich world is ravaging poor countries without bringing greater happiness. Who is over-consuming? What are the drivers of too much shopping? Could we use less and still prosper? This session explores how changing course is not only necessary but possible.
Speakers
Neal Lawson, chair of Compass
Kate Soper, professor emeritus, Inst. for the Study of European Transformations
Patrick Bond, Centre for Civil Society, University of Kwa-Zulu Natal
Kate Pickett, co-author of The Spirit Level
Chaired by Elaine Gilligan, Head of Campaigns, Friends of the Earth
Time and venue
15:00-16:30; Amnesty
