Johan Rockström: Let the environment guide our development

The video discusses the unprecedented pressures humans place on Earth, highlighting the need for transformative change. It explores historical human development during the Holocene and the quadruple squeeze of population growth, climate change, ecosystem decline, and surprise. Scientific evidence shows the importance of staying within planetary boundaries to ensure a safe operating space for humanity. The video presents examples of successful local initiatives and emphasizes the need for global collaboration to address future challenges, such as feeding a growing population sustainably.

What challenges does humanity face in achieving sustainable development in the coming decades?

What are some examples of successful transformations in environmental governance?

What is the significance of the Great Barrier Reef in the context of environmental change?

What role do local action-based partnerships play in governing the commons?