lobal warming may or may not be a problem. Man may or may not be driving it. Given the uncertainties, a significant amount of global regret may apply if we divert too much of our global wealth to solving what may be a non-existent or trivial problem, especially if that diversion mires billions in poverty. On the other hand, we may also regret not doing anything if man-made global warming does turn out to be a problem. It is therefore prudent to examine what steps we can take that would prove beneficial whether or not anthropogenic global warming turns out to be a problem. These steps can be termed “no regrets” policies.
What makes a No Regrets Global Warming Policy? A global warming policy can be termed “no regrets” as long as it:
* Reduces the amount of greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere, or
* Mitigates, prevents or reduces a harm associated with global warming, or
* Provides greater capacity for dealing with problems associated with global warming
* Without imposing significant cost or diverting economic activity.
Top Five “No Regrets” Policies
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