Discussion forum

This public discussion platform is designed to support the preparation of the international conference “Growth in Transition” which will take place in January 2010 in Vienna. The conference aims at debating approaches for high quality of life and sustainable prosperity for everyone.

The conference initiators put the following topics (in the framework of ten thematic sessions) for discussion:

• Money and the Financial System
• Growth and Resource Use
• Social Justice and Poverty
• Macroeconomics for Sustainability
• Quality of Life & Measurement of Prosperity
• Work
• Regional Aspects
• Governance
• Sustainable Production and Consumption
• Sustainable Management

The case study of the Little’s family – a representative upper middle class family – illustrate the ten thematic sessions and aim to stimulate the discussion. The outcomes of the discussion process of this forum will be summarized and embedded in the conference.

Please remain objective and try to establish a fair and harmonious discussion atmosphere. We do not assume any responsibility for the contents of the postings and also reserve the right to remove any illegal or morally questionable contributions.