Path-dependence in a Ramsey model with resource amenities and limited regeneration

Reyer Gerlagh, Michiel A. Keyzer

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Abstract

This paper studies a Ramsey optimal control economy with one consumer good, extended to include several non-renewable resources with amenity value. The steady-state equilibria of this economy are shown to form a continuum. Selection of the steady state to which the economy converges depends on the initial resource stocks. Hence, unlike the usual Ramsey models, our model exhibits path-dependency, and postponement in the introduction of resource efficiency policies has long-term effects. If the resource is renewable, with a limited regeneration function, the continuum becomes a turnpike. That is, optimal paths move along it towards the unique steady state. The results also hold when there are several consumers. © 2003 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1159-1184
Number of pages25
JournalJournal of Economic Dynamics and Control
Volume28
Issue number6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Mar 2004

Keywords

  • Amenity value
  • Equilibrium selection
  • Non-renewable resources
  • Path-dependence
  • Steady states

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