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53. The Simple Economics of Saving the Amazon Rainforest

People I (Mostly) Admire

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Valuing Nature: Economics Meets Ecology

This chapter explores the critical intersection of ecology and economics, focusing on the concept of natural capital and its significance in economic decision-making. It discusses the evolution from traditional GDP metrics to the gross ecosystem product (GEP) as a means to better account for environmental contributions and challenges.

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