Planning Economics: Assessing Climate Risk and Policy

How do we make sound economic and planning decisions when the future of our climate is uncertain? Balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability requires a deep understanding of risk, policy design, and resource allocation. This text-based course introduces you to the core principles of planning economics and equips you with the tools to analyze environmental challenges. You will transition from understanding basic economic definitions to evaluating complex environmental policies, such as carbon pricing and urban resilience frameworks. By exploring how economic models address uncertainty, you will learn to make informed planning decisions that mitigate long-term environmental risks. What you'll learn: - Understand the foundational concepts of planning economics and market failures. - Analyze the economic impacts of climate change and environmental degradation. - Evaluate policy instruments like carbon taxes, cap-and-trade systems, and subsidies. - Assess risks and make strategic decisions under environmental uncertainty. - Integrate climate resilience and sustainability into urban planning frameworks. - Practice evaluating real-world planning scenarios through structured written exercises. Starting with essential economic terminology and risk-modeling concepts, this course guides you through policy analysis, cost-benefit frameworks, and modern urban planning strategies. It is designed for beginners, aspiring urban planners, and policy enthusiasts, with no prior background in economics required. Begin your journey into sustainable economic planning today.