via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZwX0GvCTTiE
Renowned transformation scholar and author Maja Göpel argues that we are currently in a state of “epistemic warfare,” where information is systematically weaponized to create an era of disinformation.
This is an effort designed to dismantle the very knowledge and data required to transition toward a sustainable future, she argues.
By attacking scientific evidence and regulatory frameworks, powerful interests seek to normalize an extractive economic model that benefits a small elite while ignoring environmental limits and social inequality.
Göpel highlights the need for a shift in economic thinking and criticizes the common focus on GDP growth as a measure of success, as this ignores critical factors like environmental degradation, inequality, and quality of life.
Instead, she advocates for a reimagined approach to economics and policymaking, one rooted in accountability, equity, and the sustainable use of resources. Göpel also warns of efforts to dismantle knowledge frameworks, such as environmental data and regulations, which are essential for informed decision-making and holding power to account.
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