Markets Can Solve the Global Energy and Climate Challenge - If We Let Them

Explore the global energy and climate challenge in this thought-provoking talk by Michael Greenstone at The Aspen Institute. Delve into the complex balance between providing affordable, reliable energy for economic growth and mitigating environmental consequences. Examine on-the-ground research from the United States, India, China, and other regions to understand the true costs of energy choices and discover surprising market-based solutions. Learn about the challenges of bringing electricity to developing countries, the impact of environmental laws, and the work of the Climate Impact Lab. Gain insights into the risks to health and climate change, the role of fossil fuels, and the cobenefits of addressing climate issues. Consider the financial and technical viability of various energy solutions, the concept of electricity as a right, and the cost of mortality associated with energy choices. This comprehensive discussion offers a nuanced perspective on one of the most pressing challenges facing the world today.

Introduction
The Global Energy Challenge
Access to Energy Around the World
Demand for Energy
Solar Panels
Bringing the Grid to Developing Countries
Transmission Distribution Losses
Bihar
Treatment Areas
Natural Experiment
Environmental Laws
Climate Impact Lab
Global Energy Challenge
Risk to Health and Climate Change
Technical Question
Fossil Fuels
Energy Food and Waters
Cobenefits of Climate Change
The Climate Impact Lab
Financial and Technical Viability
People Want Electricity
Electricity as a Right
Cost of Mortality
Uncertainty