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2 unusual facts about Robert Solow


Clem Tisdell

Capital/natural resource substitution: the debate of Georgescu-Roegen (through Daly) with Solow/Stiglitz.

Degrowth

In response to the theories of Georgescu-Roegen, Robert Solow and Joseph Stiglitz noted that capital and labor can substitute for natural resources in production either directly or indirectly, ensuring sustained growth or at least sustainable development.


Steady state

Note that Robert Solow and Trevor Swan applied the term steady state a bit differently in their economic growth model.

Steady state economy

Note that Robert Solow and Trevor Swan applied the term steady state a bit differently in their economic growth model.


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