Pricey Bargains: How Economics Hides The True Cost of Consumerism

Name: Pricey Bargains: How Economics Hides The True Cost of Consumerism
Uploaded: 2017-01-10T15:18:44
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Description: Climate change, species extinction, pollution and poverty: The world seems to be going down the drain! There are many reasons for these problems. One reason of particular importance is rooted deep in our economic system. This video explains it. What's your opinion about that? We are looking forward to your comments!

Climate change, species extinction, pollution and poverty: The world seems to be going down the drain! There are many reasons for these problems. One reason of particular importance is rooted deep in our economic system. This video explains it. What's your opinion about that? We are looking forward to your comments!

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