‘Happiness is not just about GDP’: ambitious plan or utopia?
A new report, the World Justice Report, proposes a utopian vision for the end of the century where people work less, earn more, and live within planetary boundaries. This eco-socialist plan contrasts sharply with the techno-extractivist approach championed by some in Silicon Valley, particularly their focus on artificial intelligence and data centers. The report's coordinators argue that the current economic model driven by the ultra-wealthy is unsustainable and exacerbates climate change and inequality. AI
IMPACT Critiques AI-centric economic visions, advocating for eco-socialist alternatives that prioritize human well-being and planetary health over unchecked technological growth.