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Porritt, Jonathon was born on July 6, 1950 in London. Son of Lord Porritt.
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Book by Porritt, Jonathon
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Children's fiction
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(Addresses the question of how to assess the risks and ben...)
Addresses the question of how to assess the risks and benefits of scientific advance through three topics: climate change, genetic engineering and toxic chemicals. It advises a cautious approach in applying scientific knowledge as we try to improve the world around us.
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( When first published, Capitalism as if the World Matter...)
When first published, Capitalism as if the World Matters, by one of the leading 'eco-warriors' of our time, shocked a generation of both environmentalists and business people. Jonathon Porritt brushed aside their artificial battle lines with a powerful argument that the only way to save the world from environmental catastrophe is to embrace a new type of capitalism, and to do it quickly. In this substantially revised and updated edition, Porritt extends his powerful and controversial argument by providing fresh evidence and suggesting new actions. New content includes in-depth coverage of the USA, with case studies examining the role of huge American corporations such as Wal-Mart and General Electric, plus a close look at China and the global impact this economic giant may have in the twenty-first century. This is a must-read for everyone who has a stake in the future of the world, from business executives to environmental activists, from community leaders to the politicians with their hands on the levers of power. Published with Forum for the Future
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Capitalism as if the World Matters by Porritt, Jonathon [Routledge, 2007] (Pa...
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Revised edition
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(Argues that the only way to save the world from environme...)
Argues that the only way to save the world from environmental catastrophe is to embrace a different type of capitalism, and to do it quickly. This title includes coverage of the role of the USA, with case studies examining the role of huge American corporations such as Wal-Mart and General Electric.
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(Can capitalism, as the only real economic game in town, b...)
Can capitalism, as the only real economic game in town, be retooled to deliver a sustainable future? This book argues that indeed it can, and provides a framework for 'sustainable capitalism' that cuts across the political divide and promises a prosperous future of wealth, equity and ecosystem integrity.
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Porritt, Jonathon was born on July 6, 1950 in London. Son of Lord Porritt.
Degree in Modern Languages with honors, Magdalen College, Oxford, 1973.
Teacher, English & drama West London Comprehensive, 1974—1984. Co-chair Green Party, 1980—1983. Director Friends of Earth, 1984—1990.
Initiator, tree life project Earth Summit, Rio de Janeiro, 1991—1992. Chairman United Nations Environment and Development Committee United Kingdom, 1993—1996, Sustainable Development Commission, 2000. Founder & chairman Real World, 1993—1997.
Creator, passport to future project United Nations' 50th Anniversary, 1995. Founder & director Forum for Future, 1996. Co-director Prince of Wales's Business and Sustainability Programme.
Non-executive director Wessex Water.
(Can capitalism, as the only real economic game in town, b...)
( When first published, Capitalism as if the World Matter...)
(Addresses the question of how to assess the risks and ben...)
(Argues that the only way to save the world from environme...)
(Tough but caring, the character of Captain Eco is designe...)
(A book that records the majesty of life on Earth and offe...)
(A book that records the majesty of life on Earth and offe...)
(Capitalism as if the World Matters by Porritt, Jonathon [...)
(Book by Porritt, Jonathon)
(Children's fiction)
(Revised edition)
Author: (book) Seeing Green, 1984, Coming of the Greens, 1988, Where on Earth are we Going?, 1990, Save the Earth, 1991, Captain Eco, 1991, Playing Safe: Science and the Environment, 2000, Capitalism as if the World Matters, 2005, (television series) How to Save the Earth, 1992, Sex, Sin and Survival, 1994, (documentaries) Big Ideas that Changed the World: Consumerism, 2007.
Chair United Kingdom Sustainable Development Commission. Trustee Ashden Awards for Sustainable Energy, World Wildlife Fund United Kingdom, 1991—2005. Chairman Sustainability South West South West Round Table for Sustainable Development, 1999—2001.
Board member South West Regional Development Agency, 1999—2008.
Cooking, walking.
Married Sarah Porritt. 2 children.
