the TEMPORAL (Temporal Externalities) Model

The TEMPORAL Model addresses how actions can have effects that extend beyond their immediate context over time, known as temporal externalities. For instance, a decision made today can influence future events, opportunities, or behaviors, impacting others in ways that aren’t always apparent right away. This model helps to analyze and understand the long-term consequences of choices in various fields, such as economics, environmental policy, and social interactions, emphasizing the need to consider these future impacts in decision-making processes. Essentially, it highlights the interconnectedness of actions across time.