Beyond GDP, Brussels 19-20 Nov 2007

Beyond Growth

Measuring Progress, True Wealth, and the well being of nations Conference in Brussels on the 19, 20 November 2007

GDP is the best-recognised measure of economic performance in the world, often used as a generic indicator of progress.

However, the relationship between economic growth as measured by GDP and other dimensions of societal progress is not straightforward.

Effectively measuring progress, wealth and well-being requires indices that are as clear and appealing as GDP but more inclusive than GDP—ones that incorporate social and environmental issues.

This is especially important given global challenges such as climate change, global poverty, pressure on resources and their potential impact on societies.