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tragedy of the commons

Translations

трагедия общин

The tragedy of the commons is a situation where individuals act in their own self-interest and deplete shared resources.

Трагедия общин - это ситуация, когда люди действуют в своих собственных интересах и истощают общие ресурсы.

Definitions

The tragedy of the commons is an economic theory that describes a situation in which individuals, acting in their own self-interest, deplete or spoil shared resources, leading to negative consequences for the entire group. This concept illustrates the conflict between individual interests and the common good, often resulting in overuse and degradation of resources such as air, water, and land.