Economy
Containerization and the Creation of the Modern World
By Alexander Klose
When the contents of a grounded container ship wash ashore in Cornwall, a discussion ensues about the effect of containerization on modern life.
Growth Versus Equality
By Charles Wolf Jr., from The Weekly Standard
There’s a difficult trade-off between equality and the growth that comes from successful innovation, but one doesn’t have to overwhelm the other.
Artificial Scarcity
By Charles Eisenstein, from Resurgence & Ecologist
Without any real sacrifice, we could live in a world of abundance.
The Renewable Revolution
By Michael T. Klare
Four reasons why the transition from fossil fuels to a green energy era is gaining traction.
Restoring Communities: Revisiting the Concept of Land Ownership
by Martin Adams
Current models of land ownership have widespread implications for the ecological and economic health of communities. The concept of leasehold ownership is a promising adjustment to property rights philosophy, aiming to keep wealth and prosperity from leaving the communities in which they originate.
Utne Reader Bookshelf: Economy
A selection of books that pique our interest.
Black November
By Soli Salgado
The Daily Show expands on the seasonal tradition of mega-sales, now forcing retail workers to sacrifice their Thanksgiving.
