James Murphy

James Lamont is a sustainability thinker working primarily at the intersection of post-growth economics and cultural commentary. He has written for over 20 years about music, global heating, and related topics, and has produced podcasts such as Climate Breakdown, The Steady Stater, and Let’s Push Things Forward. You can find his current writing on his Substack.

Richard Heinberg reading his book 'Power' to his chickens.

Remembering Richard Heinberg: Why I made degrowth art in his memory

The messages and body of work that Richard leaves behind encourage us all to keep striving, creating, and living well within our planet’s limits.

October 8, 2026