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The Great Simplification is the process by which we transcend the complexity of our current system and move to a more sustainable and equitable model. It involves making conscious, thoughtful decisions about how we use energy, consume resources, interact with technology, and interact with one another. Ultimately, it’s about being mindful of our actions in order to create a society that meets the needs of all people, while taking the strain off of our environment. Through thoughtful simplification and meaningful action we can create communities, networks and systems that are more balanced, equitable, and sustainable.

See also: exponential growth, ecological footprint, economic system, nuclear power, renewable energy

Douglas Rushkoff: "The Ultimate Exit Strategy" | The Great Simplification #36 8,973

Herman Daly: “Toward an Ecological Economics” | The Great Simplification #06 8,242

Growth Until Not... | Frankly #7 8,220

Simon Michaux: "The Arcadians" | The Great Simplification #49 8,184

Tomas Björkman: "Metamodernism and The Future" | The Great Simplification #48 7,827

Peter Ward: “Oceans - What’s the Worst that Can Happen?” | The Great Simplification #08 6,976

Chuck Watson: “Nuclear War: All the Questions You Were Afraid to Ask” | The Great Simplification #17 6,933

What War in Ukraine means for Energy & Money | Frankly by Nate Hagens 6,888

Kiril Sokoloff “What’s the Most Important Question in Today’s World?” | The Great Simplification #34 6,654

Jamie Wheal: “Neuro-anthropology and Culture Architecture” | The Great Simplification #13 6,495