Routledge Sustainable Capitalism and Well-Being - Routledge Studies

Sustainable development stands as the defining challenge of the 21st Century, yet traditional approaches to environmental policy often pit capitalism against conservation. This Routledge book challenges conventional thinking by examining how self-interest and market mechanisms can drive sustainability rather than undermine it. Using complexity science frameworks, the author demonstrates why government mandates alone cannot deliver genuine sustainability or societal well-being, and instead reveals how economic incentives can align human behaviour with environmental limits. The work addresses the central tension between consumption, natural systems preservation, and human development, offering a fresh perspective on whether capitalism must be restrained or reimagined. Ideal for economists, policy makers, and anyone seeking to understand how prosperity and environmental responsibility can coexist in the modern world.