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Microeconomic Analysis

Microeconomic analysis of environmental policy refers to the examination of individual and firm-level behaviors in response to environmental regulations and incentives, focusing on how these policies affect resource allocation, cost-benefit assessments, and the overall efficiency of environmental outcomes. This analysis often employs concepts such as externalities, market failures, and the valuation of ecosystem services to evaluate the effectiveness of policy interventions.

intermediate
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Microeconomic analysis of environmental policy examines how individual choices and market dynamics influence environmental outcomes. It highlights the importance of understanding market failures, externalities, and the role of government in addressing these issues. By applying concepts like cost-ben...

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Key Terms

Externality
A cost or benefit incurred by a third party who did not choose to incur that cost or benefit.

Example: Pollution from a factory affects nearby residents.

Market Failure
A situation where the allocation of goods and services is not efficient.

Example: Overfishing depletes fish stocks, harming the ecosystem.

Public Good
A good that is non-excludable and non-rivalrous, meaning it is available for everyone to use.

Example: Clean air is a public good.

Cost-Benefit Analysis
A systematic approach to estimating the strengths and weaknesses of alternatives.

Example: Evaluating the costs of pollution control versus the benefits of cleaner air.

Free-Rider Problem
A situation where individuals benefit from resources they do not pay for.

Example: People enjoying a public park without contributing to its maintenance.

Social Cost
The total cost to society, including both private costs and external costs.

Example: The social cost of pollution includes health impacts and environmental damage.

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Studies how psychological factors influence economic decision-making.
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Focuses on the economic effects of environmental policies and resource use.
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Public Policy Analysis
Examines the formulation, implementation, and evaluation of public policies.
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Key Concepts

Market FailureExternalitiesPublic GoodsCost-Benefit Analysis