The ultimate value we gain from modeling depends on the dominant underlying values at play - values that impact the inputs used & the interpretations of the resulting outputs. This post is based on @drvolts interview with Dr. Erica Thompson on his Volts podcast.

#modeling #modelmaking #ClimateAction #energymodeling #sustainabledesign #valuesmatter #diversityandinclusion #esg #environmentalsocialgovernance #prosocial #lifecycleassessment #socialcostofcarbon

https://marcelharmon67.substack.com/p/modeling

"Although the EPA is officially continuing to use the interim #SocialCostOfCarbon of $51 per ton, the central estimate in the draft report would raise the social cost of carbon to $190.

[That estimate does not take into account] damages from more frequent and severe wildfires, damages from ocean acidification, any damages that will be incurred after the year 2300, and damage to culturally or historically significant resources."

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/us-law-week/social-cost-of-carbon-metric-still-omits-major-climate-damages

"Although the EPA is officially continuing to use the interim #SocialCostOfCarbon of $51 per ton, the central estimate in the draft report would raise the social cost of carbon to $190.

[That estimate does not take into account] damages from more frequent and severe wildfires, damages from ocean acidification, any damages that will be incurred after the year 2300, and damage to culturally or historically significant resources."

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/us-law-week/social-cost-of-carbon-metric-still-omits-major-climate-damages