Climate Change and Subjective Well-being: Rethinking Progress in the Economics of Happiness

Abstract

This paper explores the multidisciplinary research on the economics of happiness, a field that examines the complex relationship between economic factors and human well-being. The paper includes a literature review that synthesizes current research linking the economics of happiness with the pressing issue of climate change, offering insights into how this evolving field can guide policymakers and individuals towards a more holistic understanding of prosperity. The findings are discussed in the context of recent empirical studies, and the paper concludes with reflections on the implications for future research and policy development.

Presenters

Margarida Casau
Student, PhD student, University of Aveiro, Portugal

Marta Ferreira Dias
Assistant Professor, University of Aveiro / GOVCOPP, Portugal

Gabriel Leite Mota
Assistant Professor of Economics and President of the Board of Directors of CESSS, Instituto Superior de Serviço Social do Porto, Cooperativa de Ensino Superior de Serviço Social, C.R.L., Porto, Portugal

Details

Presentation Type

Paper Presentation in a Themed Session

Theme

Economic, Social, and Cultural Context

KEYWORDS

Economics of happiness, Economic indicators, Beyond GDP, Well-being

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