In his book, "More from Less," Andrew McAfee challenges the fatalistic view that overpopulation, pollution, or resource depletion will doom us all. Instead, McAfee argues that we've reached a turning point where it will take fewer resources to make things and lead comfortable lives, thanks to the collaboration between technology and capitalism. Capitalism's quest for higher profits is a quest for lower costs, and technological progress allows companies to use fewer materials and resources while growing their markets. This means that even with more people consuming more, they will use fewer natural resources. While the future is not all bright, and there are still issues to be solved, McAfee's book is a revelatory, paradigm-shifting account of how we can live more prosperous lives while treading more lightly on the Earth. As Steven Pinker, bestselling author and co-director of the MIT initiative on the digital economy, said, "More from Less is fascinating, enjoyable to read, and tremendously empowering."
