Howard Kunreuther and the Facility Siting Credo
Kunreuther’s early work on the siting of hazardous facilities has made a lasting contribution.
Commemorating Howard Kunreuther
The passing of Penn’s pioneering behavioral economist and risk expert prompts tributes from those whose lives and work he touched.
A Tireless Risk Taker Who Brightened the World
Howard’s visionary approach to risk assessment made connections across disciplines from public health to climate change.
Risk-Based Regulatory Regimes
Julia Black explains how regulatory regimes focused on risk can lead to greater coherence.
Implementing Risk-Based Regulation
Countries should implement risk-based approaches to regulatory management and decision-making.
Reconstructing Expertise to Combat Financial Risk
Scholar argues that U.S. financial regulators need a revived research agency.
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 Case for Regulating Before Harms Occur
Scholar argues that regulators should try to impose penalties before rule violations can hurt society.
A Perilous Path to Financial Stability
New GAO report shows continuing challenges of the Financial Stability Oversight Council.
The Enhanced Role of Economic Analysis in Securities Rulemaking
An SEC Commissioner and former Chief Economist explain the role of economic analysis in rulemaking.