STWR - Share The World's Resources

Today, in the era of neo-liberal globalisation dominated by large multinational corporations, the governments of the rich and powerful countries are outdated. The old political economy has lost its relevance - and must be replaced by a sustainable system that can create a better world, argues Zeki Ergas.

Those who reject corporate and imperial models of globalization have a wealth of ideas at their disposal, a healthy internal debate to refine their strategies, and a vibrant, growing international network of citizens that see their efforts as part an interconnected whole, says Mark Engler.

The 'new world order' of the 21st century is unsustainable on its present course, but offers the promise of shared prosperity if we can rise to the challenges of an era of global convergence, writes Jeffrey Sachs.

The excesses of banks, big business and the super-rich have shattered our economic system. In the following extract from their new book, Larry Elliott and Dan Atkinson put forward their principles for a fairer and more cohesive society.

A new book by Dr Zeki Ergas is now released based on a collection of short essays originally published in Share The World’s Resources (STWR).  Framing the question ‘How to build a better and sustainable world?’, Dr Ergas explores the major threats facing humanity in the 21st century and outlines the systemic, structural and institutional changes necessary to avert a global catastrophe.

As the nation once again confronts an economic crisis, some are turning to look back at Roosevelt's New Deal in the hope of finding a solution to our country's current problems.

In late summer 2007, reports of ice melting were coming at a frenetic pace. Experts were ‘stunned’ when an area of Arctic sea ice almost twice the size of Britain disappeared in a single week,” writes Lester R. Brown in his new book, Plan B 3.0: Mobilizing to Save Civilization.