Research & Degrowth International, a think-and-act-tank dedicated to the radical transformation of our economies and societies through research, advocacy, education, training and events around degrowth.
As stewards of a more equitable and ecologically balanced world, R&D stands at the forefront of a movement challenging the relentless pursuit of growth.
We are driven by the belief that a flourishing society can thrive without perpetually expanding its economic footprint, and we invite you to join us in reshaping the narrative towards a degrowth-oriented paradigm.
What we do
RESEARCH AND
ADVOCACY
We actively engage in research and advocacy to promote sustainable and equitable alternatives to the prevailing growth-centric economic model. Through collaborative efforts, we develop debate-changing policies and bring together stakeholders from politics and social movements. In our Living Labs we experiment with putting degrowth into practise through prioritizing well-being, social justice, and environmental stewardship over perpetual economic expansion.
EDUCATION AND
TRAINING
We develop education initiatives for young activists and university graduates. In our two Master’s Degrees in collaboration with ICTA-UAB, we teach students on Degrowth, Political Ecology and Environmental Justice.
Our yearly summer schools provide an opportunity for embodied learning on ecology, economics and policy in Barcelona and Catalonia
EVENTS
ORGANIZATION
With our team we participate in organizing events locally and internationally, such as the 2023 Beyond Growth Conference in the European Parliament as well as the International Degrowth Conferences.
SYSTEMIC CHANGE
At Research & Degrowth International, our mission is to advance the principles of degrowth in today’s world. Our work is aimed at inspiring systemic change.
Together, we are committed to shaping a more balanced and harmonious relationship between humanity and the planet.
What the
collaborators
have to say
“Without Research & Degrowth and all its innovative efforts in research and education, we would still believe in green growth and Other fairy tales of infinite growth”
Timothée Parrique
“Research & Degrowth stands out as one of the most innovative and future-oriented organizations out there. Its contributions to degrowth are extremely valuable in the fight for a socially and ecologically just future.”
Julia Steinberger
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