An important contribution to the running debate on economic growth. In his new book Heinberg argues that growth is ending due to the convergence of three factors: Debt, depletion and disaster. Heinberg is considered one of the foremost experts on fossil fuel depletion. He is the author of ten books, including The Party’s Over Powerdown, Blackout and Peak Everything. He came to Mendocino, CA, in December 2011 to talk to – and exchange ideas with – the Mendocino Coast Transition Towns movement.
Heinberg is senior fellow of the Post Carbon Institute. His website is richardheinberg.com/. He appeared in the movie: The End of Suburbia that inspired so many to prepare for local self reliance.
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