The Extraction Trap

The Extraction Trap examines the dual nature of capitalism as both productive and destructive, emphasizing that current crises like ecological collapse and social fragmentation stem from a fundamental structural failure. Rather than advocating for or against capitalism, the book provides a diagnostic approach to understand how profit-driven motives can lead to extractive practices, detaching ownership from responsibility. It critiques the limitations of shareholder value, regulation, and short-term incentives while proposing minimal structural changes to reconnect ownership with accountability. This exploration offers a clear framework for those seeking to comprehend modern systemic failures and envision practical paths toward enduring economic structures.