Prosperity without growth: why economists are divided on the idea

The idea of achieving prosperity without economic growth — eliminating poverty and protecting the planet without endlessly expanding GDP — is gaining traction among researchers. However, many mainstream economists remain deeply sceptical of its feasibility. The debate is explored in a new piece published in Nature in July 2026.

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🔬 Science Prosperity Without Growth: The Economic Debate Dividing Researchers Nature · 12d ago 📈 Business China's economy grows 4.3% in Q2 2026, slowest since late 2022 NPR Business · 12d ago 📈 Business China's economy grows just 4.3% — one of its weakest readings since the 1990s The Guardian World · 12d ago