Trade-off (Q1107)
Subject, term, tag: Trade-off
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Trade-off |
Subject, term, tag: Trade-off |
Statements
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026
A competition between different objectives within a decision situation, where pursuing one objective will diminish achievement of other objective(s). A trade-off exists when a policy or measure aimed at one objective (e.g., reducing greenhouse gas emissions) reduces outcomes for other objective(s) (e.g., biodiversity conservation, energy security) due to adverse side effects, thereby potentially reducing the net benefit to society or the environment. (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026