Natural Resource Management Under Catastrophic Threats

Sponsored by the Department of Environmental Economics and Management

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In recent years, a growing concern has emerged regarding uncertain abrupt occurrences of catastrophic events associated with anthropogenic activities. Examples include ecosystem collapse and climate change induced calamities such as extreme weather (hurricanes, wild fires, prolong droughts) and tipping point events. These issues are capturing center stage in the research agenda of scientists from a variety of disciplines, including environmental economists and policymakers. The conference brings together leading scholars in the field in order to take stock of where we stand in understanding these significant phenomena and possible policy responses.


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