Environmental kuznets curve

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As described by Stern (2004), the Environmental Kuznets curve theory predicts that, as incomes rise (Economic Status), there will be worsening environmental conditions, but that after a certain threshold is crossed, this deterioration will slow and reverse itself, with economic development and environmental quality eventually being positively correlated (Commons Condition Trend).

The idea behind the theory is that as economies grow, tastes, technology and environmental investments also change, i.e., in favor of resource conservation. Specifically, technology (Technology Role) favors more efficient use of natural resources and therefore contributes to the maintenance of resource conditions in the long term.

 

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SESMAD

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