1.5 Tragedy of the commons Flashcards
1
Q
Environment of the common good
A
- collectively owned → no exclusion
- invisible in extent (water, air)
- Important for all
- (ab)use has limited effects
- Consequences are long term and uncertain
2
Q
What is a social dilemma?
A
Choice situation with a conflict between maximizing private interest and maximizing group interest
3
Q
Defection is enhanced by?
A
- Importance of common good to actor
- Perception of Abundance
- Uncertainty
