Rethinking development at the twilight of Bacon's age

Francisco R. Sagasti

doi:10.1016/j.futures.2019.102470

Rethinking development at the twilight of Bacon's age

Francisco R. Sagasti

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Abstract

Four centuries ago Sir Francis Bacon articulated a comprehensive view on how to use the power of modern science for the benefit of humanity. Over time the Baconian program led to conceptions of progress and development associated with unlimited growth, intensive resource use and unbridled consumption. The success of Bacon's program ended up undermining its own foundations and requires a revision of development thinking and practice. In particular, climate change and technological advances are creating a new context for development and demanding behavioral and value changes. Efforts to improve the human condition in the transition to the post-Baconian age should focus on reorienting value systems, and on articulating a new program for humanity. © 2019

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Original language	English
Article number	102470
Journal	Futures
Volume	114
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.futures.2019.102470
State	Published - Dec 2019
Externally published	Yes

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Bacon
Development
Progress
Values

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Rethinking development at the twilight of Bacon's age

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