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CENTER for the
ADVANCEMENT of the
STEADY STATE ECONOMY
"CASSE is the foremost organization in advancing the precepts of the steady state economy to citizens and policy makers - an indispensable resource!" Herman Daly
Learn Steady State Basics
Why is economic growth a threat to sustainability and wellbeing?  What is a steady state economy and why is it preferable to the growth paradigm?  CASSE provides numerous resources to tackle these issues.
- Downsides of economic growth
- Characteristics of a steady state economy
- Ecological economics in contrast to mainstream (neoclassical) economics


Get an In-Depth Understanding
Find information resources about the unsustainable growth economy and progress toward a steady state economy.
- Publications
- Policies for a new economy
- Presentations


Take Action
Shifting from the growth paradigm to the steady state economy requires action.
- Sign the position on economic growth
- Make a tax-deductible donation
- Become an outreach volunteer
Take a Position
Help change the goal of the economy from growth to sustainability. Support a straightforward and scientifically sound position on economic growth.
Endorsements
3,154 individuals have signed the CASSE position.

5 professional scientific societies have adopted their own positions.

90 private, corporate, nonprofit and political organizations have endorsed the position. 

5 other organizations have adopted a similar position. 
Is it time for a new economy?  Move the mouse over each "?" key and contemplate the answer.








Newsflash
Herman Daly offers a short and sweet rebuke to the American Enterprise Institute and others who support geo-engineering solutions to climate change.

Keep up with news and events regarding progress toward a steady state economy.  See the CASSE blog and be sure to sign up for our newsletter.
What is the purpose of the economy?
Can the planet support an ever-growing human population?  If it could, would that be desirable?
Can we consume an ever-increasing amount of stuff?  If we could, would we want to?
Is economic growth the best path to economic wellbeing?
In coming generations, what will people wish we had done?
What do we want to conserve for the kids and grandkids?