Dana Meadows

Dana Meadows was a pioneering environmental scientist and systems thinker known for her work in understanding complex ecological and societal interactions. She co-authored the influential book "Limits to Growth," which analyzed how human activities impact the planet’s resources and emphasized the importance of sustainable development. Meadows developed systems modeling to help visualize how various factors like population, industry, and environment interconnect, highlighting the need for balanced growth. Her work promotes awareness of human-environment relationships and guides efforts to create sustainable practices, making her a key figure in environmental science and systems thinking.