Will It Cost the Earth to Save the Planet?
Offered By: Santa Fe Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a thought-provoking panel discussion featuring Amory Lovins, Partha Dasgupta, and John Schellnhuber as they delve into the economic implications of addressing climate change. Examine the consensus on human-caused greenhouse gas emissions and their impact on global warming, and consider the potential consequences over the next 50-100 years. Analyze differing viewpoints on the costs associated with saving the planet, including discussions on discount rates, energy intensity, and empirical evidence. Engage with the panelists' insights on return on investment for climate action and participate in a social experiment to better understand the complexities of this critical issue.
Syllabus
Introduction
Will It Cost the Earth to Save the Planet
Difference of Opinion
Discount Rates
Emery
Multiple Choice Test
Return on Investment
Energy Intensity
Empirical Evidence
Social Experiment
Taught by
Santa Fe Institute
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