The connection between Schwartz's value dimensions and emissions data is fascinatin. I hadn't considered that self-enhancement cultures would generate systematically higher emissions even at similar income levels. The Costa Rica case is particulary strong because it shows how economic incentives can align with conservation when structured properly. Making standing forests more valueable than cleared land flips the usual extraction logic.
The link between culture and outcome is strong. But in hindsight not surprising since culture directs our thinking and thus our actions. Still, I'm often surprised at some of the connections.
The connection between Schwartz's value dimensions and emissions data is fascinatin. I hadn't considered that self-enhancement cultures would generate systematically higher emissions even at similar income levels. The Costa Rica case is particulary strong because it shows how economic incentives can align with conservation when structured properly. Making standing forests more valueable than cleared land flips the usual extraction logic.
The link between culture and outcome is strong. But in hindsight not surprising since culture directs our thinking and thus our actions. Still, I'm often surprised at some of the connections.
Great article. I would include water as a sign of how well a nation evolves with its people on a burning or non burning planet
I agree, but oddl,y fining water protection across countries was difficult.