Single Idea 23422

[catalogued under 24. Political Theory / D. Ideologies / 13. Green Politics]

Full Idea

Although bare population figures are important for environmental impact, the level of affluence and the technology are also crucial factors.

Gist of Idea

For the environment, affluence and technology matter as much as population size

Source

Andrew Dobson (Environmental Politics: very short intro [2016], 2)

Book Reference

Dobson,Andrew: 'Environmental Politics: Very Short Intro' [OUP 2016], p.25


A Reaction

It is worth noting that the technology can also have a good impact, though affluence is nearly always bad.