Some people argue that we need “more proof ” or “betterscience” before we commit to changes in our energyeconomy. How much certainty do you think we needbefore we take action regarding climate change? Howmuch certainty do you need in your own life before youmake a major decision? Should nations and elected officialsfollow a different standard? Do you feel that theprecautionary principle (pp. 155, 220) is an appropriatestandard in the case of global climate change? Why orwhy not?

Some people argue that we need “more proof ” or “betterscience” before we commit to changes in our energyeconomy. How much certainty do you think we needbefore we take action regarding climate change? Howmuch certainty do you need in your own life before youmake a major decision? Should nations and elected officialsfollow a different standard? Do you feel that theprecautionary principle (pp. 155, 220) is an appropriatestandard in the case of global climate change? Why orwhy not?

Exploring Economics

8th Edition

ISBN:9781544336329

Author:Robert L. Sexton

Publisher:Robert L. Sexton

Chapter1: The Role And Method Of Economics

Section: Chapter Questions

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