World-renowned economist Professor Kate Raworth to deliver talk on putting Doughnut Economics into practice at 46th TB Macaulay Lecture
World-renowned economist Professor Kate Raworth is set give a talk on her revolutionary concept of Doughnut Economics at the 46th TB Macaulay Lecture in Edinburgh International Conference Centre on October 1st.
Titled Doughnut Economics: From Theory to Practice and hosted by the Macaulay Development Trust in partnership with The James Hutton Institute, the lecture will cover the core concepts of Doughnut Economics and how they can be put into action, with examples from over 50 cities and municipalities around the world.
The concept of Doughnut Economics was first introduced by Professor Raworth in a 2012 report for Oxfam and has since been expanded on through her further work, including the 2017 book Doughnut Economics: Seven Ways to Think Like a 21st Century Economist. Drawing on ecological, feminist, complexity and institutional economic thought, her innovative framework aims to balance the needs of all people with the means of the living planet – providing sustainable development.
Professor Raworth said, “I’m honoured and delighted to be giving the TB Macaulay Lecture this year.
“I’ll be talking about Doughnut Economics and how we’re turning it from a concept into practice.
“The doughnut is a possible compass for thriving this century. The goal is to leave no one falling short on life’s essentials in the middle of the hole, but collectively, to ensure that we don’t overshoot the life-supporting systems of this planet on which all life depends.
“Since Doughnut Economics came out as a book in 2017, I’ve been delighted by the number of people who want to turn these ideas into practice.
“I’ll be talking in the lecture about some of the experiences, particularly of local governments around the world, locally, and far away, that have taken this concept and started putting it at the heart of their local visions, strategies and processes.”
The lecture will take place at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, beginning at 5pm on Wednesday 1October with a pre-lecture exhibition. This will be followed at 6pm by Professor Raworth’s talk and a Q&A session. A post-lecture reception will also be held at 7:30pm.
Tickets for the lecture can be purchased through Eventbrite. Numbers are limited, so order quickly to secure a space.
“The doughnut is a possible compass for thriving this century. The goal is to leave no one falling short on life’s essentials in the middle of the hole, but collectively, to ensure that we don’t overshoot the life-supporting systems of this planet on which all life depends.”
Prof Kate Raworth, 46th TB Macaulay Lecturer
Professor Colin Campbell, CEO at The James Hutton Institute, said, “We’re very excited to welcome Kate as the speaker for the 46th TB Macaulay Lecture. Her understanding and experience of economics, in particular Doughnut Economics, will be thought-provoking for all in attendance.
“We are looking forward to what is sure to be another incredible and informative talk, bringing academia and the public together on the big issues affecting our land and people.”
Joe Moore, Chair of the Macaulay Development Trust, added, “In a world where economies are so fossil fuel dependent, while we know what we need to do to mitigate catastrophic climate change, we struggle to make these changes fast enough for fear of the economic consequences to our current lifestyles.
“I share Colin’s anticipation on hearing about successful applications of Kate’s concept of Doughnut Economics.”
