S03E09 - Planet - Bias Busters: Unpacking Psychology to Power GHG Reductions

Have you ever wondered why so many of us acknowledge the reality and impact of climate change on future generations yet struggle to take sufficient action?

In this episode of "The Supply Chain Dialogues," Daniel Helmig and AI co-host AImee explore how human psychology affects our response to climate change. They discuss cognitive biases like the immediacy bias and the Dunning-Kruger effect and how these can impede effective climate action. Drawing on insights from the late Daniel Kahneman and other experts, the episode uses behavioral science to foster sustainable habits and policies. They highlight real-world examples of how businesses and governments can use social norms and incentives to promote environmentally friendly practices. Please tune-in to learn how psychology can help us better tackle climate challenges.

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Daniel Helmig

Daniel Helmig is the CEO & founder of helmig advisory AG. He was an operations executive for several decades, overseeing global supply chains, procurement, operations, quality management, out- and in-sourcing, and major corporate overhauls. His experience spans five industries: OEM automotive, semiconductor, power and automation, food and beverage, and banking.

https://helmigadvisory.com
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