A conversation with the Copenhagen Consensus Center

Abstract

A research center conducted a study to identify the most cost-effective interventions to improve global welfare, focusing on the post-2015 UN development goals. A team of expert economists estimated the costs and benefits of various proposed interventions, considering factors such as target populations and achievability. Based on their analysis, the researchers aimed to prioritize goals, taking into account scaling-up potential and uncertainty in the estimates. This study engaged with decision-makers, including UN representatives, to inform priority-setting exercises and influence funding allocations. The goal was to optimize the use of limited resources and maximize the impact of development efforts. – AI-generated abstract.