This course covers concepts and policy issues associated with international aspects of renewable and non-renewable natural resource management, pollution, environmental protection, and regulation. If the rules of the game change people will work as hard to reach sustainable solutions if they are more profitable.
Emphasis is on applied problems and differences between countries and systems of management.
Opportunities for Green entrepreneurship are also examined. Readings and papers are an important part of this class. Course objectives Provide a foundation for studying and interpreting resource management using environmental economics. Develop an awareness of economic principles and sustainability. Improve students information and communication skills.