Food consumption and adaptation to climate change
This study examines how climate change affects food consumption patterns in Ghana, especially for farm and non-farm households. By using panel and meteorological data, the project investigates the
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Climate Change and Agricultural Trade in Sub-Saharan Africa: Implications for Regional Market Integration
This research project examines the regional trade policies in Africa by highlighting their connections to climate change and promoting inclusivity. It explores how climate change affects bilateral
The Role of Information and Credit Constraints in Household Demand for Second-Hand Electrical Appliances: Evidence from a Randomized Controlled Trial in Ghana
This research project explores how information gaps and credit limitations impede households from acquiring new appliances, even though these appliances offer considerable long-term advantages. This
Households’ Energy Conservation Behaviour, Tariff Reform, and Energy Poverty in Addis Ababa
This research project examines the impacts of households' knowledge of electricity tariff structures and their energy-saving measures on energy consumption in Addis Ababa. The findings of this study
Consumers are willing to pay more for HAB-free mussels
Key Messages
● Consumers may avoid consuming mussels if they perceive a high risk of HAB contamination, even under government monitoring.
● HABs have significant welfare losses for consumers, but policies to ensure food safety in seafood markets can improve social welfare.
● Perceptions about HABs and mussel attributes play a role in explaining consumer preferences, but the link varies across contexts.