TED: An economic case for protecting the planet | Naoko Ishii

The video discusses the concept of the commons, both local and global, and the historical practices communities used to manage shared resources sustainably. It highlights the shift from local to global commons and the resulting environmental challenges, such as greenhouse gas emissions and deforestation. The speaker shares personal insights on the lack of awareness about global commons in economic decisions and emphasizes the need for systemic changes in cities, energy, production-consumption, and food systems. The video concludes with a call to action for global stewardship and collaboration to preserve the commons.

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