The Return of the Market - Using Market Tools to Tackle Environmental Challenges

Explore how market-based solutions are experiencing a renaissance in addressing environmental challenges through this one-hour conference talk from The Aspen Institute. Examine the historical shift from market tools to tax breaks and subsidies in U.S. environmental policy, and discover why two major trends are now driving renewed interest in market approaches. Learn how developing countries are seeking low-cost, high-impact solutions to reduce emissions without hindering economic growth, and understand the critical role markets play in fostering the technological innovation needed to combat climate change. Delve into cutting-edge applications of market mechanisms for environmental solutions and analyze the remaining barriers that must be overcome to fully harness market potential in the fight against climate change.