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The world finances destruction far more than protection: about $30 is spent harming nature for every $1 spent on nature-based solutions, funneling trillions into damaging activities.
Ecosystems are being lost faster than we can restore them: roughly 15 billion trees are cut while only 5 billion are planted each year, and rivers and oceans grow more polluted despite cleanup efforts.
Harmful subsidies and overconsumption make short-term profits but create massive long-term costs; cutting fossil fuel use and investing in nature-based solutions could prevent trillions in future damages.

Degrowth means living better with less stuff, focusing more on well-being than just economic growth. It suggests we should intentionally reduce production and consumption to fit within our planet's limits.
However, following the degrowth idea doesn't guarantee a perfect, eco-friendly world. It might not look like a dreamy utopia where nature and humanity perfectly blend together.
Research shows that reducing consumption to meet basic needs is challenging and requires significant changes in how we live. Simply downsizing isn't easy and can have complex implications.

Technological solutions can sometimes create their own environmental problems.
Historically, solutions to environmental crises have led to new challenges.
Coal played a crucial role in averting environmental disasters in the past, even though it has contributed to environmental issues over time.

Wealthy economies should focus on well-being over endless GDP growth to reduce environmental impacts.
Ignoring the role of prices in economic coordination can hinder understanding and decision-making in the degrowth movement.
The degrowth agenda imposes subjective judgments on consumption habits, challenging the neutrality of economic analyses.

The environmental impact of AI, especially in terms of energy and water use, is a significant concern
Simple energy use math can help understand the resource footprint of AI models like image generation and gaming
Assessing additionality and understanding scopes are crucial in evaluating the true impact of AI on resources like water and energy

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