The Cost of Growth | Documentary | 94 min | 2025
Join us for a moment to learn about the tensions that the European Green Deal and the pursuit of green growth have with environmental sustainability and human wellbeing. The Cost of Growth seeks to remind us that efforts towards sustainability are not separate from questions of global justice and equality.
“The Cost of Growth challenges Europe’s growth story by exposing the extractive systems it relies on and the communities that pay the price.” –thecostofgrowth.com
The film contains interviews from a variety of people, such as activist Greta Thunberg and degrowth thinker Jason Hickel. It highlights the economic structures and power dynamics that continue the current path of environmental degradation and economic inequality. It also showcases the importance of community efforts in rebuilding a just and sustainable future.
Before the screening, doctoral researcher Ira Vainikainen will give opening words. After the film, there will be an open discussion to share thoughts and reflect how to action in academia and elsewhere.
The documentary has subtitles in English. Small snacks will be served.
The event is open for all - welcome!
