OUR FINITE WORLD: MEXICO

1984

Mexican President Miguel de la Madrid called this the most beneficial film ever made about his country. This special clearly shows the ingenuity of Mexico’s people and their struggle and optimism in dealing with problems such as urbanization, rapid population growth and environmental degradation on both national and grassroots levels.

See how unity and sustainability guide the Mexican people towards earth-friendly technologies; farmers revive the ancient agricultural methods of the Aztecs and the Mayas; the government expands family planning and health care programs; and cooperative ventures tap into solar technology and recycling.

Many of Mexico’s people are still struggling but there is cause for optimism. Mexicans are joining together to devise appropriate and sustainable ways of life.