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#163 – Toby Ord on the perils of maximising the good that you do

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Navigating Infinite Ethics and Valuing Future Generations

This chapter examines the intricacies of infinite ethics, focusing on the challenges of valuing future generations. It discusses concepts like intertemporal equity and the implications of discounting future lives, aiming to create a framework that respects all lives regardless of when they exist.

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