Local economies can provide resilience from "summary" of Deep Economy by Bill McKibben
In an increasingly interconnected and globalized world, the idea of local economies providing resilience may seem counterintuitive. We have grown accustomed to relying on far-flung supply chains and global markets for our daily needs. However, as Bill McKibben argues in "Deep Economy," this reliance on distant sources of goods and services can leave us vulnerable to disruptions and crises beyond our control. By contrast, local economies offer a level of self-sufficiency and resilience that can help communities weather shocks and uncertainties. When goods are produced and consumed locally, there is less reliance on fragile global networks that can be easily disrupted. In times of crisis, such as natural disasters or economic downturns, local economies are better equipped to adapt and respond quickly to changing circumstances. Moreover, local economies foster a sense of community and connection that is often lacking in larger, more impersonal systems. When people know where their food comes from, who is producing it, and how it is being produ...
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