Economic Myths and Climate Realities

This chapter examines the historical context of climate change from 1850 to 1950, exploring how industrialization contributed to food security while fostering complacency towards environmental issues. The discussion critiques neoclassical economic theories for their flawed methodologies in predicting the impacts of climate change on economies, highlighting the danger of oversimplified models. Through various insights, the chapter emphasizes the urgent need for a deeper understanding of the complex interdependencies between climate and economic systems.