In this laboratory students develop an understanding of risk and uncertainty.
In particular, how do we make decisions about environmental issues in the face
of uncertainty and how is risk measured compared to how it is perceived.
Topics covered in the lab include:
- Introduction to risk and uncertainty
- Decisions in face of uncertainty
- Importance of risk sensitivity
- Human decision-making
- Availability
- Discounting
- A case study
Technical requirements for all Environmental Science Interactive labs.
Purchase of this laboratory entitles you to full
access to the materials for six months from the
purchase date.