Tyler Cowen on AI (Rerun)
The Good Fight
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Demographics, Climate, and Global Threats
This chapter examines demographic trends, particularly the declining fertility rates in sub-Saharan Africa and their potential economic implications. It highlights the complexities surrounding climate change, the misconception that reduced population leads to lower emissions, and the necessity for approaches like geoengineering. The discussion also weighs the immediate threat of nuclear war against climate concerns, emphasizing the intricate relationship between technological advancements and global stability.
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