"Extractivism: a form of excessive extraction that privatizes gains for a minority while socializing costs, particularly when this activity exceeds planetary and social boundaries. Extractivism is distinguished from necessary extraction by its scale and impact, and is characterized by the tendency of businesses to prioritize short-term financial gains at the expense of social and ecological well-being". EY New Economy Unit (2026). From extractivism to regeneration. Photo by Monica Pinheiro CC BY-NC-SA (CC) September 23, 2026.
