Would you rather help prevent one animal from suffering or 200 animals, if it took the same effort?
Let’s say you recognize that giving to charities can make a profound impact on animals and perhaps you even believe it’s morally the right thing to do. … Read more
On Triage
Effective altruism focuses on efficiency. Any action that fails to effect the maximum possible benefit is considered suboptimal. But isn’t this standard for use of one’s time and money too harsh? As long as one is making some sort of positive impact on the world, … Read more
Neglected Causes
The Road Less Traveled: Replaceability and Neglected Causes
Guest post by Ben Todd
The replaceability issue often means that it can be better to focus activities in which you have a special edge, or on neglected activities – those which wouldn’t get done if it wasn’t for you. … Read more