Produkt
KlappentextThis book suggests that the primary purpose of current production and distribution is not to satisfy human needs but to create profit for the owners of capital that in turn has devastating consequences for the environment and for vulnerable people. Multidisciplinary in perspective, contributors to this volume addresses issues of inequality which affect both developed and developing countries.
Zusatztext«The Great Recession, a world-wide economic downturn without equal since the 1930s, laid bare the reality of inequality, not just between rich and poor countries but also within rich countries as well. From this gaping chasm escape still, small voices speaking about the problematic nature of progress and role of new technologies in fostering that inequality. Erika Cudworth, Peter Senker and Kathy Walker have orchestrated some of those voices here in this provocative volume. Through rich case studies and analysis that is both sophisticated and sensitive, they rouse us not just from our technological somnambulism but from our moral indifference and put inequality squarely back onto the innovation policy agenda.» (Professor David H. Guston, Arizona State University) «I welcome this book's focus on exploring the inequalities and social implications of technical change. It contributes to a much-needed debate on how to engender inclusive innovation, enabling participation of those not usually involved in innovation processes. It also reminds us of the ways in which our lifestyles shape technical choices and why we need to think more carefully about our impact on the natural environment.» (Professor David Gann, CBE, Imperial College, London)
Details
ISBN/GTIN978-1-4331-1970-5
ProduktartBuch
EinbandartKartoniert, Paperback
Verlag
Erscheinungsjahr2013
Erscheinungsdatum06.06.2013
ReiheDigital Formations
Reihen-Nr.87
Seiten215 Seiten
SpracheEnglisch
Gewicht330 g
Artikel-Nr.29079569
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GenreWirtschaft