A COVIDCalls Discussion with Howard Kunreuther
In reflecting on society’s response to COVID-19, Kunreuther argued that it should reinvigorate the field of disaster preparedness.
Honoring Howard Kunreuther
Howard was a humble collaborator and a selfless friend who made a major impact on the field of decision sciences.
Professional Enthusiasm and Personal Exuberance
From earthquake preparedness to chess, Howard approached a range of challenges with characteristic verve.
Howard Kunreuther and the Facility Siting Credo
Kunreuther’s early work on the siting of hazardous facilities has made a lasting contribution.
The First Modern Behavioral Economist
In remarks delivered at a Wharton commemoration, a now-late Nobel laureate praises Howard Kunreuther’s pioneering work.
Risk-Based Regulatory Regimes
Julia Black explains how regulatory regimes focused on risk can lead to greater coherence.
Climate Change Necessitates Normative Change
Global warming poses unique threats that require paradigmatic shifts to solve.
How Much of an Income Drop Will Take a Life?
Policymakers should consider the impact of their decisions on not just wealth, but also human life.
The Challenge of Keeping Hazardous Consumer Products Off the Market
New audit report highlights Consumer Product Safety Commission’s struggle to respond to emerging risks.
Why are financial systems prone to crisis?
Scholar analyzes the relationship between financial systems, crises, and regulation.
Regulators Place Spotlight on Shadow Insurance
Reports warn that spread of captive reinsurance companies could pose systemic market risk.
Scientific Knowledge and Attitudes on Climate Change
PPR seminar discusses cultural causes of controversy.