Employment that involves less physical exertion, greater use of social and communication skills, and milder environmental conditions compared to other jobs.
The conscious or unconscious reluctance of human decision-makers to accept algorithmic recommendations.
Professor Catherine Wolfram, Faculty Affiliate of the MIT Climate Policy Center, discusses the impact of oil sanctions on the Russian economy and the design of a price cap.
Professor Catherine Wolfram, a Faculty Affiliate of the MIT Climate Policy Center, discusses the impacts of Europe's new carbon border tax.
This edition feat. unique policy research insights exploring whether renewables are contributing to rising electricity costs. Short answer: no, it's rate design. Also, welcoming Didem Nisanci!
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Christopher R. Knittel, Faculty Director of the MIT Climate Policy Center, discusses his personal and professional reaction to higher gas prices, noting consumer behavior adjustment as an effect.
Professor Catherine Wolfram, Faculty Affiliate for the MIT Climate Policy Center, shares her expertise on the trajectory for fuel prices, oil markets, the Iran conflict, and climate change.
Christopher R. Knittel says academic research found the Jones Act added ~1.5¢/gal. to gasoline prices. “It’s not a huge number, but adds up given how much gasoline we consume.”
