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The Simple Economics of Flood Risk Model Uncertainty and Risk Modeling Progress
Every property in the United States is at risk of flooding.
14 hrs ago
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Matthew E. Kahn
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Enforcing Property Rights Reduces Garbage in Cities Such as Oakland
In my urban and environmental economics classes, I gross out my undergraduates as I discuss urban dog poop in Italy.
Oct 13
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Matthew E. Kahn
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The Economics of Shipping Green Power to U.S Cities versus Chinese Cities
The New York Times has published an insightful article that allows the authors to sketch out the environmental benefits of an authoritarian state (where…
Oct 11
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Matthew E. Kahn
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When Do Rich People Buy Land in Flood Plains?
In this podcast, I discuss what I learn from this Wall Street Journal piece that tells the story of an Austin, Texas couple who have invested in…
Oct 10
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Matthew E. Kahn
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10:19
Why Does Superstar Caitlin Clark Only Earn $84,000 to Play in the WNBA?
Caitlin Clark is a superstar who earns $84,000 playing professional basketball in the WNBA.
Oct 9
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Matthew E. Kahn
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The Simple Economics of Shifting Electricity Demand Curves
In this Substack, I build on my recent podcast. I present a simple geometric example to illustrate what economists mean when they discuss calculating…
Oct 8
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Matthew E. Kahn
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The Benefits of Electricity Regulators Allowing Personalized Electricity Prices
Electricity prices could rise due to the rising demand for power by AI data centers and aggressive state mandates for green power in states such as…
Oct 7
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Matthew E. Kahn
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11:39
California Should End the Residential Insurance FAIR Plan
The Los Angeles Times reports that the California FAIR Plan seeks to sharply raise rates.
Oct 4
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Matthew E. Kahn
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Natural Disaster Economics 101
25 years ago, I wrote my first natural disasters paper.
Oct 1
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Matthew E. Kahn
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September 2025
The Benefits of Ending the National Flood Insurance Program
A classic question in economics asks whether the expansion of the federal government crowds out private sector activity.
Sep 30
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Matthew E. Kahn
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Crazy Train
A Public Finance Discussion With No Mention of Ozzy Osbourne
Sep 29
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Matthew E. Kahn
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A High Stakes Debate Between Economists and Ecologists
Many ecologists advocate for policies to slow population growth and economic growth in order to enhance global sustainability.
Sep 26
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Matthew E. Kahn
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