The range and scope of consumption are bounded by the capacity of the environment. Population growth, Government planning, economic activity and market regulations need to be designed to recognise this, as the viability of future consumption depends on it.
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The Story of Stuff with Annie Leonard is a 20-minute video about human consumption, has become a hit in classrooms across the US.
The world’s population trajectory appears to be unsustainable, we are consuming too much and the quality of our purchases must be improved. The Obama administration is developing a Consumer Financial Protection Agency to shield individuals and families from deceptive practices.
