How can we shape an economy that is sustainable, participatory, and socially just?

In a rapidly changing world, our understanding of the economy can no longer be confined to abstract indicators. In his recent article for the “The Ν Society” section of Naftemporiki, Corresponding Member of Komvos Georgios Panos, , highlights the importance of small, everyday decisions — from how we consume to how we do business — in building a fairer, more resilient, and sustainable economic model.

Starting from the premise that the economy is not something “outside of us,” but rather a living, collective construct, the article presents real-world examples: social enterprises, initiatives grounded in the principles of the circular economy, and practices that shift focus from individual success to collective prosperity.

Greece, in recent years, has not only been a country marked by crisis — it has also emerged as a space of innovation, civic engagement, and experimentation. Can a new economic paradigm take root in neighborhoods, collaborations, and local initiatives? According to G. Panos, not only can it — it already is.

Read here the full article on Naftemporiki (in Greek).