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Drawing on the unique, collective know-how of our 100+ members we seek to define comprehensive solutions to the complex, interconnected challenges of our world. www.clubofrome.org

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· 24d

We are excited to welcome Muhammad Mateen Naveed, a financial and banking economist, as a new member of the Club of Rome. 🌏🌱 He holds a PhD in economics from Beijing University of Technology and has an extensive background in academic research and the financial sector. 🔗 vist.ly/5bt4r

Club of Rome@clubofrome· 27d

Latin America is home to some of the planet's most vital ecosystems - and some of its most extractive economies. A Buenos Aires gathering convened by the Club of Rome argues these aren't separate crises but one polycrisis — and points toward regeneration as the solution. vist.ly/5bii7

Quote says: We need a new framework of thought that reconfigures the relationship between economy, culture and nature.” Attributed to Gonzalo del Castillo, Executive Director of the Argentinian Chapter of the Club of Rome. In the background, a beautiful scenery of Patagonia in Argentina/Chile.

Club of Rome@clubofrome· 28d

What if, by 2035, progress meant thriving - not just growing? Kristín Vala Ragnarsdóttir envisions a regenerative economy - with basic income, care work valued, and business beyond extraction. It’s grounded in ideas already taking root, from Iceland to Costa Rica. Read more: vist.ly/5be7y

Portrait of Kristin Van Ragnarsdottir on the left, dressed in blue and white with glasses. Text reads: "A regenerative economy requires more than gradual reform. It demands a shift in the systems, values and indicators that guide our societies.” Attributed to Kristin Vala Ragnarsdottir, member of the Club of Rome. A modern eco-friendly building in the background, with a lush green roof and innovative architecture design.

Club of Rome@clubofrome· 29d

What counts as a “skill” is changing. Understanding systems, working with complexity and turning ideas into action are becoming essential. The 50 Percent’s resources bring these together in practical ways. Explore → vist.ly/5ba9n #WorldYouthSkillsDay #SystemsChange

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· 29d

The world faces a food crisis, exacerbated by Covid, war and climate shocks. A new statement from experts calls for decisive action. Read it now: vist.ly/5b9fn

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jul 14

We're excited to welcome Uygar Özesmi as a new member of the Club of Rome! @uygarozesmi.bsky.social is an environmental scientist and social entrepreneur who pioneered the prosumer economy through @Good4Trust.org. 🔗vist.ly/5b5jd

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jul 13

PODCAST | Decisions made far from the people who live with the consequences rarely reach them. Nolita Mvunelo and Runa Khan on why genuine local partnership, not pre-decided programmes, is what actually delivers equity. Listen: vist.ly/5aynj

Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jul 11

Population growth has long been treated as a constant. That may be changing. This book explores a possible demographic turning point, with decline emerging sooner than expected and major implications for economies and societies. 📘 Read → vist.ly/5auny #WorldPopulationDay #Demography

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Book cover titled 'The End of Population Growth' by Ugo Bardi next to a crowd.

Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jul 10

From Indonesia, Kenya to Malawi, communicating globally is never a one-size-fits-all. The Club of Rome communications fellowship brings early-stage professionals together across contexts. Thanks to the late Keith Suter, it will continue. Read the full story: vist.ly/5aqit

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jul 9

We are excited to welcome Linda van Goor, expert for the IMF and independent advisor in global banking as a new member of the Club of Rome! Linda has decades of experience in corporate finance, and commercial and central banking. 🔗 vist.ly/5ak72

Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jul 8

Know a young person with something to say? Let them know there's still time to submit their entry to the Earth4All Stories of the Future challenge! The challenge invites young people under 21 to share their visions of a better future. Get the details ➡️ vist.ly/5agk4

Poster over photo of children running through water. Text reads: “Stories of the Future creative challenge. Tell new stories about the future and win! • Entries are open to young people around the world and can be sent in any language – the use AI is not allowed. • Entries will be judged in three categories: 15 and under, 16-18, 19-21 inclusive. • Written entries should be no longer than 1000 words. Videos should be under 1.5 minutes. DEADLINE: 19 JULY. earth4all.life/creative-challenge. Earth4All.”

Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jul 8

What if we've been measuring progress the wrong way all along? In a new blog, Kate Pickett and Robert Costanza explore three key shifts that could help us towards a future that values everyone and everything. Read more ➡️ vist.ly/5afp2

A forest path with sunlight streaming through trees. Text reads: 'Development should be about creating the conditions for people and the rest of nature to thrive together.' Attributed to Kate Pickett and Robert Costanza, members of the Club of Rome and the Earth4All Transformational Economics Commission.

Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jul 7

What changes when we understand #environmentalism through #African perspectives? Join this three-part #webinar series exploring African environmentalism by placing soil at the centre, as the foundation of ecosystems and a living archive of history, culture and knowledge. 👉 vist.ly/5abfy

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jul 6

WEBINAR | Join "Building new systems: From regenerative economies to climate justice and circular living" to dive deeper into the We Are Not Waiting project's themes and learn how you can get involved. 📅 09:00 ET | 15:00 CEST | 16:00 EAT | 21:00 PHT Register: vist.ly/5a8hr

Webinar on climate justice with Walter Osigai and Prasiddhi Singh.

Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jul 6

Welcome to our 2026 Communications Fellows: María Fernanda Matera, Brianda Jiménez Bolívar and Benita Ikpeamar. Three early-career voices widening who shapes the sustainability story — made possible by the legacy of Keith Suter. Meet them → vist.ly/5a7cg

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jul 1

PODCAST | Interventions to end poverty must serve people at the right time, in the right amount. Nolita Mvunelo and Runa Khan on why holistic, locally-led solutions are the only ones that actually reach the people they are meant to serve. Listen: vist.ly/59nkd

Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 30

Europe has gained momentum in circular economy policy. It also has a 12% circular material use rate. Closing the gap means scaling circular business models in ways we haven't - yet. Lars Fogh Mortensen breaks it down: https://www.clubofrome.org/blog-post/mortensen-scaling-circular-economy/

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Infographic showing 12% of materials in the EU are circular and 1.8% of the economy is circular.

Infographic about scaling strategies with container ships in a port.

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 26

PODCAST | NEW EPISODE Quality and beauty are not luxuries in the world's poorest places, they are the proof of respect. Nolita Mvunelo speaks with Runa Khan, founder of Friendship, on dignity, justice and what real respect looks like in practice. Listen now: vist.ly/595qy

Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 25

Meet The 50 Percent: a youth-led global platform that brings together young changemakers and youth-focused organisations across geographies. 🌍 Learn more and get involved: vist.ly/58zdr

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 24

Nuclear weapons can't win modern wars. A shipping strait just did more damage than any warhead. It might be time to rethink what "power" actually means. Full story: vist.ly/58uke

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 22

Tune in online to hear our Secretary General Carlos Álvarez Pereira at the Rencontres Économiques d’Aix-en-Provence to discuss research and progress in today's world. 🔗Learn more and register for free to join the event online: vist.ly/58ju3 #REAIX

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 18

In 1972, #TheLimitsToGrowth sparked fierce debate. Five decades later, co-author Jorgen Randers reflects on its message and why the world still needs long-term thinking. Watch his short reflection and read the full profile: vist.ly/587a3

Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 17

Capitalism isn't a free market, it's a legal regime. Till Kellerhoff and Katharina Pistor on the hidden rules that built our economy and how the same legal tools could transform it. Listen: vist.ly/572ey

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 16

How do we achieve a circular wellbeing economy? A new report linking wellbeing and circular economies explores strategies to get us there. Circularity is the means, wellbeing the goal. Learn more in the report, available at vist.ly/57wks #CircularEconomy #WellbeingEconomy

Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 15

The circular economy and the wellbeing economy have spent years in adjacent policy conversations. A new report examines what it looks like to actually integrate them. Join the launch webinar tomorrow, 16 June: vist.ly/57rzh

Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 11

The first international presentation of Ugo Bardi's new report to the Club of Rome, The End of Population Growth, was held in Belgrade, Serbia, on 3 June, provoking lively debate. Learn more about the book: vist.ly/57cht

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 10

Capitalism isn't a free market, it's a "market economy on legal steroids," built and sustained by law. Till Kellerhoff and Katharina Pistor on the hidden rules of our economy and how the same legal tools could transform it. Listen: vist.ly/577wr

Promotional image for the Club of Rome podcast episode discussing legal influences in transforming capitalism featuring Till Kellerhoff and Katharina Pistor. Modern and informative tone.

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An infographic detailing key legal concepts that support capital accumulation, including limited liability, asset partitioning, and private contract law. The tone is informative and formal.

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 9

How do we move beyond “us versus them” in a world shaped by different histories, cultures and ways of knowing? In this new piece, Rica Viljoen, member of the Club of Rome, reflects on what it takes to reconcile worldviews across cultures. 👉 vist.ly/573kz

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 8

Oceans already feed billions, yet remain overlooked in global food debates. With ecosystems under pressure, this report places ocean food systems at the centre of the food security challenge. 📘 Read → vist.ly/56x3n #WorldOceansDay #FoodSystems

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Club of Rome@clubofrome· Jun 4

The fact that we don't own our data is a legal choice – and can be challenged. Till Kellerhoff and Katharina Pistor on data, power and how the rules could be rewritten so the returns are shared, not captured by a handful of the super rich. Listen: vist.ly/56jb9 #EconomicJustice