Navigating Intellectual Property and Environmental Impact

This chapter explores the complex dynamics of intellectual property rights within capitalism, weighing moral implications and the balance between protection and innovation. It also examines the relationship between economic growth, pollution, and environmental sustainability, referencing the Kuznets curve to highlight how wealth can ultimately lead to cleaner practices. The conversation underscores the need for accountability in pollution while discussing the evolving nature of intellectual property in the face of societal advancement.