Climate Economics: Economic Analysis of Climate, Climate Change and Climate PolicyThis unique textbook offers comprehensive coverage of the economics of climate change and climate policy, and is suitable for advanced undergraduate, post-graduate and doctoral students. Topics discussed include the costs and benefits of adaptation and |
Contents
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2 Emissions scenarios and options for emission reduction | 16 |
3 Abatement costs | 30 |
4 Policy instruments for emission reduction | 44 |
5 Impacts and valuation | 73 |
6 Impacts of climate change | 85 |
7 Climate and development | 101 |
8 Optimal climate policy | 108 |
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Climate Economics: Economic Analysis of Climate, Climate Change and Climate ... Richard S. J. Tol No preview available - 2014 |
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