What is degrowth?

This 6 Minute English podcast features Phil interviewing Hannah from the BBC podcast "What in the World" about the concept of "degrowth"—an economic theory suggesting that to combat climate change, economies should intentionally reduce growth by decreasing production of non-beneficial items like fast fashion and private jets. The discussion includes a quiz question about the 2015 agreement on limiting global temperature rises, and input from other experts, such as BBC journalist Alvaro Alvarez and Professor Sam Fankhauser, who offer contrasting viewpoints on the feasibility and potential consequences of degrowth. The podcast concludes with a vocabulary recap and promotion of related resources.