Lecture
The IPAT Equation
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This lecture introduces the IPAT equation, which states that environmental impacts are a result of the interaction between population, affluence, and technology. The equation predicts that global population growth will lead to increased environmental impacts, highlighting the importance of sustainable development and resource management. It also discusses the distribution of global wealth and its implications on environmental impact. The lecture emphasizes the need for assessing the efficiency of technology in reducing environmental pressure, focusing on the role of technology in sustainable development.
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