Bjorn Lomborg

Dr. Bjorn Lomborg, an environmental economist and president of the Copenhagen Consensus Center, challenges common climate narratives. He argues that mainstream media often exaggerates climate threats, neglecting immediate human welfare. Lomborg discusses the inefficiencies of carbon reduction and the importance of prioritizing education and health initiatives over alarmist climate policies. He emphasizes the need for cost-effective solutions, including improved maternal and newborn health, while critiquing the Sustainable Development Goals for overshadowing more pressing global issues.

Join Bjorn Lomborg, a renowned author and thought leader famous for his insightful views on global challenges, as he discusses the hidden impacts of panic in addressing critical issues like climate change. He highlights the importance of data-driven decision-making and prioritizing poverty reduction and education. Lomborg further explores the complexities of cost-benefit analysis in resource allocation and how strategic thinking can lead to impactful societal outcomes. This conversation promises fresh insights into tackling the world's most pressing problems.

Bjorn Lomborg, a globally recognized author and thought leader known for his innovative insights, shares groundbreaking perspectives on pressing global issues. He challenges the panic surrounding climate change, advocating for a focus on skilled migration and population dynamics. The conversation unveils the necessity for data-driven decisions in addressing climate and health, emphasizing education and poverty reduction as catalysts for societal prosperity. Lomborg also explores innovative strategies for agriculture and trade, highlighting the interconnectedness of global solutions for a brighter future.

Bjorn Lomborg, a Danish political scientist known for his unconventional views on climate change, challenges mainstream narratives, advocating for data-driven solutions and innovation. NBC News analyst Stephanie Ruhle dives into pressing political controversies, examining media portrayals and the clash of ideologies, while Bret Stephens, a New York Times columnist, discusses the impact of Trump’s rhetoric on democracy. Together, they navigate complex topics like immigration and climate policy, combining insightful analysis with timely humor.

In 2015, the world’s leaders attempted to address the major problems facing mankind by setting the Sustainable Development Goals, a compilation of 169 targets to be hit by 2030. On this Munk Dialogue, we’re joined by Bjorn Lomborg, President of The Copenhagen Consensus, who argues that we need a total rethink in how we tackle and overcome our biggest challenges.  This new strategy, the culmination of a partnership between several Nobel laureates and more than a hundred leading economists, aims to deliver important targets - such as ending world hunger and the eradication of disease killers like tuberculosis and malaria - thereby saving 4 million kids every year and creating economic benefits worth one trillion dollars. In our discussion, Bjorn narrows down a few high impact, low cost solutions that will deliver real world results.   The host of the Munk Debates is Rudyard Griffiths - @rudyardg.   Tweet your comments about this episode to @munkdebate or comment on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/munkdebates/ To sign up for a weekly email reminder for this podcast, send an email to podcast@munkdebates.com.   To support civil and substantive debate on the big questions of the day, consider becoming a Munk Member at https://munkdebates.com/membership Members receive access to our 10+ year library of great debates in HD video, a free Munk Debates book, newsletter and ticketing privileges at our live events.This podcast is a project of the Munk Debates, a Canadian charitable organization dedicated to fostering civil and substantive public dialogue - https://munkdebates.com/ Senior Producer: Ricki Gurwitz

Bjorn Lomborg, a Danish author and president of the Copenhagen Consensus Center, dives into the complexities of climate change and global issues. He critiques alarmist narratives in his book, False Alarm, advocating for strategic resource allocation that maximizes social benefits. The conversation covers the need to prioritize pressing challenges like poverty alongside climate initiatives, innovation in sustainability, and the economic implications of electric vehicles. Lomborg emphasizes a balanced approach to global problem-solving, urging a reevaluation of how we tackle urgent issues.

Bjorn Lomborg, president of the Copenhagen Consensus Center and bestselling author, dives into data-driven solutions for global issues. He argues for effective, low-cost policies to save lives, like enhancing technology in education and health. The discussion highlights the ethical challenges in valuing human life and critiques current climate change strategies as costly with minimal returns. Lomborg also sheds light on innovative approaches in global health using CRISPR and contrasts the immigration policies of Denmark and Sweden.

Bjorn Lomborg, President of the Copenhagen Consensus Center, discusses prioritizing policies, economic growth, and technology solutions in global development with Peter Robinson. They explore investing in global issues, contrasting UN development goals, calculating costs and benefits, addressing tuberculosis, global food security, trade, tariffs, and rethinking climate change priorities.

Exploring impactful interventions, technology in education, efficiency in addressing global issues, malaria eradication programs impact and controversy, sustainable agriculture perspectives, plant growth tactics, combating corruption, and improving health strategies are discussed in this insightful podcast with Bjorn Lomborg.

Author and academic Bjorn Lomborg joins Slate Money hosts Felix, Emily, and Elizabeth to discuss his book 'Best Things First'. They explore cost-effective solutions to achieve Sustainable Development Goals, the significance of benefit-cost analysis, the impact of education spending, the role of individuals in making a difference, and the importance of strong governments in problem-solving.