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Author: Donella H. Meadows

📘 Limits to Growth by Donella H. Meadows

Limits to Growth analyzes how human development interacts with the planet’s physical limits. Using systems dynamics, it shows that continued growth in population, resource use and consumption would lead to ecological degradation and economic instability within roughly 100 years. The book ignited global debate in 1972 and remains a foundational reference for environmental policy, sustainable development, and economic forecasting.

First publish date: 1972

Genre: Politics & Government/Public Policy

Authors: Donella H. Meadows

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