This book investigates the fundamental question of whether and how economic growth can be reconciled with the requirements of environmental sustainability. Paul Ekins, a prominent scholar in environmental economics, utilizes a framework of integrated accounting and policy analysis to evaluate the compatibility of industrial expansion with ecological limits. By synthesizing complex economic theories with practical environmental metrics, the author provides a structured approach for policymakers and students to assess the long-term viability of current growth models.

Experts and academics frequently cite this work as a foundational text for understanding the intersection of macroeconomic policy and ecological constraints. Readers often note the technical density of the prose, which is designed to serve as a rigorous guide for those working within the fields of environmental economics and public policy.