Barry Commoner
Barry Commoner (1917–2012) was an American cellular biologist, college professor, and environmentalist. He was one of the leading ecologists and among the founders of the modern environmental movement. Commoner was well known for his work on the ecological effects of radioactive fallout, which led to his testimony before a Congressional committee that subsequently influenced the above-ground nuclear weapons test ban. He published several books on environmental issues, including 'The Closing Circle' and 'The Poverty of Power', which helped to raise awareness about the impacts of technology and industry on the environment. Commoner was also a candidate for the presidency of the United States in 1980 on the Citizens Party ticket.
Books
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1. The Poverty of Power
The book in question critically examines the interlinked crises of energy, economy, and ecology facing the United States in the 1970s, arguing that the capitalist system, with its reliance on fossil fuels and unsustainable growth, is fundamentally at odds with environmental protection and social equity. The author contends that the pursuit of profit has led to the concentration of wealth, energy shortages, pollution, and the degradation of natural resources, ultimately resulting in a form of poverty characterized by a lack of power for the majority to effect change. The work calls for a radical restructuring of societal values and energy policies to prioritize renewable resources, conservation, and a more equitable distribution of wealth and power.
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