Peter Matanle

University of Sheffield

Peter Matanle is Senior Lecturer and Director of Research and Innovation at the School of East Asian Studies, University of Sheffield, UK. His research and teaching interests are in the social and cultural geography of the Asia-Pacific, focusing on Japan.

Articles by Peter Matanle

Population & Society

Depopulation Dividend for a Shrinking Japan

Thursday, July 5, 2018

Peter Matanle

Having pursued growth at all costs for decades, the world now faces widespread environmental degradation. In Japan, this is compounded by a demographic crisis driven by a shrinking population. Contrary to conventional understanding, this may actually present an opportunity for the country to work toward a more sustainable future.

Peter Matanle

Articles by Peter Matanle

Depopulation Dividend for a Shrinking Japan

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