Analyzing Strategic Tensions in Climate Negotiations
A common model for international climate negotiations presents a scenario where two countries must decide whether to 'Restrict Emissions' or continue with 'Business as Usual' (BAU). In this model, the worst possible outcome for both is if they both choose BAU. However, the single best outcome for either country is to choose BAU while the other chooses to Restrict. Analyze the primary strategic tension this creates and evaluate why reaching a mutually beneficial agreement (both Restrict) is so difficult, despite the shared desire to avoid disaster.
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Consider a strategic interaction between two countries regarding climate policy. Both countries wish to avoid the catastrophic outcome that would result if neither restricts emissions. However, each country's most preferred outcome is to continue with its own high-emissions 'business as usual' policy while the other country restricts its emissions. In this situation, the outcome where both countries choose to restrict emissions is considered stable because neither country would have an incentive to unilaterally change its decision.