This animation explores a post-consumer society, envisioning a future with fewer work hours, increased re-skilling, homesteading, and small-scale enterprises. These shifts aim to reduce the

This animation explores a post-consumer society, envisioning a future with fewer work hours, increased re-skilling, homesteading, and small-scale enterprises. These shifts aim to reduce the consumer economy's overall size and impact. It is narrated by economist and best-selling author Juliet Schor and produced by The Center for the New American Dream.

Dr. Schor's book, *Plenitude*, delves deeper into these concepts. You can order it from Amazon or find it at your local bookstore.

The U.S. is a wealthy nation, not broke, yet its economy is fundamentally flawed. It generates excessive pollution and waste. Instead of investing in sustainable alternatives, we prop up this

The U.S. is a wealthy nation, not broke, yet its economy is fundamentally flawed. It generates excessive pollution and waste. Instead of investing in sustainable alternatives, we prop up this "dinosaur economy" with billions in taxpayer money.

The Story of Broke advocates for a crucial shift in government spending. It proposes redirecting funds towards clean, green solutions: renewable energy, safer materials, and zero waste. These investments promise jobs and a healthier environment, offering a better way to rebuild the American Dream.

Since 2000, the middle class has declined in size, income, and wealth, also losing some faith in the future. A new report, released August 22, 2012, explores how middle-class Americans view

Since 2000, the middle class has declined in size, income, and wealth, also losing some faith in the future. A new report, released August 22, 2012, explores how middle-class Americans view themselves, their future, and presidential candidates.

Read the full report here.

Sir Partha DasGupta, Frank Ramsey Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of

Sir Partha DasGupta, Frank Ramsey Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of Cambridge, discusses the economic significance of natural capital. He highlights how ecosystems, including farmland and forests, have historically been overlooked in economic considerations.

In his article, "Nature's Role in Sustainable Economic Development," published in Philosophical Transactions B for the Royal Society's 350th anniversary, Sir Partha advocates for integrating nature into economic development. Wendy Barnaby interviews him in a podcast about these crucial insights.

Author Charles Eisenstein addresses the future of our economy and money, questioning a return to "normal." His book, *Sacred Economics*, challenges

Author Charles Eisenstein addresses the future of our economy and money, questioning a return to "normal." His book, *Sacred Economics*, challenges established financial patterns and offers resolutions for the future.

Eisenstein recently spoke to a sell-out crowd in Portland, Oregon. The video of this enlightening talk is proudly presented by The Center for a Sustainable Today, Evolver, and Transition PDX.

Order *Sacred Economics* from Amazon or visit your local bookstore.

Many believe our economic model is broken. Pioneers like Maurice Strong,