The Libertarian

The Libertarian: Climate Change, The Law, And Economics

Suing oil companies isn't a serious way to address climate change.

The Libertarian•January 19, 2018
The Libertarian: Climate Change, The Law, And Economics

Richard Epstein analyzes a lawsuit several major cities are bringing against oil companies over climate change, explains the economic and scientific considerations necessary to seriously grapple with the issue, and describes the libertarian approach to environmental harms.

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Richard A. Epstein

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