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When thinking about environmental concerns, most people rely on experts in the natural sciences to explain what's going on. But economists think their professional expertise is invaluable because they can go beyond describing the problems... and offer insights on how to actually fix them.

What are the costs and  benefits? What is the range of uncertainty? Are the prices, incentives and regulations appropriate and likely to be effective?

At the annual meeting of the Minnesota Economic Association last month, three economists discussed the major environmental issues we face, and what economists can do to help solve them:

Their panel discussion was held at the 2019 annual conference of the Minnesota Economic Association, held at Hamline University on Oct. 25. 

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Three economics professors at Minnesota colleges share their expertise in considering environmental costs, benefits, incentives and regulations. 

Economists say their expertise can help solve environmental problems

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