Advanced Topics in Public Economics: Climate protection and public economics

Prof. Dr. Florian Herold

Dr. Stefanie Schmitt

In this seminar, we focus on climate protection and public economics. After an introduction, students will study, present, and critically assess current research articles. We expect students to discuss possible extensions of models, analyze modeling approaches, and/or analyze consequences for public policy.

The seminar will take place as a block seminar (exact dates are specified below); details will be discussed in the first meeting.

Dates:

  • First meeting: October 17, 10.15 am, room: F21/02.55
  • Binding registration: October 21, 9 am (s.t.)
  • Introduction to scientific working: October 24, 10.15 am, room: F21/02.55
  • Presentations: probably January 23 and January 24

Questions:

For questions, please contact Stefanie Schmitt (Stefanie.schmitt(at)uni-bamberg.de).

Recommended background reading:

Nordhaus, W. (2019):"Climate Change: The Ultimate Challenge for Economics,"American Economic Review, 109, 1991-2014.

IPCC website: https://www.ipcc.ch/