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Department of Economics

Internal Seminar: Marco Casari

Title: "Deciding for Others in financial and physical domains"

  • Date: 03 December 2025 from 13:00 to 14:00

  • Event location: Seminar Room – Piazza Scaravilli, 2 + Microsoft Teams Meeting

Abstract

This study explores decision-making on behalf of others in climate change mitigation. Using experimental data, we examine the role of paternalism, risk, and the impact of opting out. Our findings highlight how monetary versus physical consequences influence behavior, along with the role of social norms and individual traits. We also analyze self-selection into decision-making roles, identifying characteristics of those who act for others. These insights inform climate policies that promote cooperation and accountability in collective decision-making.