We all share one planet -- we breathe the same air, drink the same water and depend on the same oceans, forests and biodiversity. Economist Naoko Ishii is on a mission to protect these shared resources, known as the global commons, that are vital for our survival. In an eye-opening talk about the wellness of the planet, Ishii outlines four economic systems we need to change to safeguard the global commons, making the case for a new kind of social contract with the earth.

Naoko Ishii: An economic case for protecting the planet

An economic case for protecting the planet

Local commons management, like fishing villages curbing overfishing, reflects a deep understanding of resource preservation.

Transforming cities, energy, production, and food systems is pivotal to ensuring the global commons' survival for future generations.

Transforming cities, energy, production, and food systems is crucial to preserve global commons and avert ecological collapse.

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