Fossil Capital by Andreas Malm
The Rise of Steam Power and the Roots of Global Warming
This book delves into the historical relationship between capitalism and the fossil fuel industry, tracing the roots of climate change back to the Industrial Revolution. It argues that the shift from water to steam power was not merely a technological advancement but a strategic move to consolidate control over labor and production. By examining the socio-economic forces that favored coal over renewable energy sources, the narrative highlights how the entrenchment of fossil fuels in economic systems has perpetuated environmental degradation and climate crises. The work challenges readers to reconsider the intertwined nature of economic growth and environmental exploitation.
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- Published
- 2016
- Nationality
- Swedish
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-500
- Original Language
- English
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