In this podcast episode, I interview Professor T. Jayaraman, a theoretical physicist turned climate policy expert. The conversation traverses Jayaraman’s transition from high-energy physics to climate science and policy, emphasizing his work on equity and climate justice. Jayaraman discusses the diverse approaches to understanding and addressing climate change, focusing on the differences between neoclassical economics and alternative perspectives. He highlights the importance of considering the global carbon budget as a commons and critiques established economic models for their inequitable assumptions. The dialogue also covers India's and China's distinct challenges and roles in the global climate scenario. Jayaraman underscores the complexities and the need for multi-faceted, equitable solutions in climate policy.
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