Many people struggle with the idea that economics has any place in a discussion of relevant environmental issues. The unfortunate reality, however, is that policy making surrounding these issues is often influenced by budgetary factors. Environmental/ecological/sustainability economics can help in making sure our natural resources are appropriately valued in these budget analyses. For each of the following methods used to value natural resources, offer a brief explanation of how they work and in what context they might be used. • Cost of illness method • Replacement cost method • Defensive expenditures approach • Contingent valuation

Many people struggle with the idea that economics has any place in a discussion of relevant environmental issues. The unfortunate reality, however, is that policy making surrounding these issues is often influenced by budgetary factors. Environmental/ecological/sustainability economics can help in making sure our natural resources are appropriately valued in these budget analyses. For each of the following methods used to value natural resources, offer a brief explanation of how they work and in what context they might be used. • Cost of illness method • Replacement cost method • Defensive expenditures approach • Contingent valuation

Micro Economics For Today

10th Edition

ISBN:9781337613064

Author:Tucker, Irvin B.

Publisher:Tucker, Irvin B.

Chapter14: Environmental Economics

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 14SQP

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