A Day in the Life of the Global Green Economy

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Economics isnt just people in suits talking about statistics it affects every aspect of your life, from the clothes on your back and the bread on your table, to the steel in your office block and the fuel for your car. And there are huge changes afoot as the global green revolution sweeps across our world.
Following the course of an average day from the moment we flick on the light to the daily commute, and even where our savings are going in this vibrant and eye-opening book, economist and broadcaster Dharshini David explores the green economic changes and challenges and opportunities facing us all.
From sustainable materials to ethical practices, from government policies to corporate greenwashing, she reveals the biggest factors driving innovation around the world, the wide-ranging ripple effects, and the issues we urgently need to overcome for a sustainable future.
If youve ever wondered what green issues really mean for our day-to-day lives, this book is for you.

Author Bio

Dharshini David is an economist and broadcaster, currently the Global Trade Correspondent for BBC News, as well as a presenter on BBC Radio 4, includingfor a recent series on fast fashion. She began her career as an economist in government and then as HSBC Investment Banks UK Economist, before going on to cover financial stories for the BBC and Panorama. She has also presented business and political programmes for Sky News, including their flagship SkyNews Tonight. During her career, Dharshini has also advised Tesco, acted as a consultant to Daiwa Bank, and sat as a non-executive member of one of the Financial Conduct Authoritys board. She is the author of The Almighty Dollar.