Wicked Problems - Climate Tech Conversations Tadzio Mueller: The Case for "Just Collapse"
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Feb 18, 2024 In a riveting discussion, Tadzio Mueller, a political scientist and climate activist, explores the provocative idea of 'just collapse' as a response to the climate crisis. He critiques current activism strategies and questions the viability of decoupling economic growth from emissions. The conversation dives into psychological barriers to action, the implications of corporate accountability, and the urgent need for community solidarity. With insights into the evolution of activism since 2009, Mueller challenges listeners to rethink their approach amidst rising environmental crises.
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Summit Leverage Failed
- Tadzio Mueller realized summit protests and global COP leverage failed to stop emissions growth.
- He pivoted from summit-focused tactics to direct action in fossil-producing regions after 2009.
Growth Drives Emissions
- Mueller argues global emissions track economic growth and national decoupling is often offshoring.
- He calls decoupling largely magical thinking without convincing global evidence.
Shame Drives Climate Denial
- Personal and collective shame leads to repression (Verdrängung) and irrational avoidance of climate action.
- This psychological mechanism explains why climate impacts in the North didn't produce stronger policies.