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“Only one rational path is open to us - simultaneous de-development of the [overdeveloped countries] and semi-development of the underdeveloped countries (UDCs), in order to approach a decent and ecologically sustainable standard of living for all in between. By de-development we mean lower per-capita energy consumption, fewer gadgets, and the abolition of planned obsolescence.”

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John Holdren

John Holdren is an accomplished professor born on March 1, 1944. He has made significant contributions to the fields of environmental science, sustainable development, and energy policy. more

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