ECON 230 - Intro to Environmental Econ

4 credit(s)
Environmental economists study the role in the economy of environmental amenities such as clean air and clear water. Students will analyze the problems created by market outcomes when the full value of environmental resources used is not considered by market participants. The problems associated with estimating economic costs and benefits across time are examined. The course emphasizes the connection between economic understanding and improved public policy. The problem of climate change brought about by ongoing emissions of carbon into the atmosphere is considered as a special, pervasive case of market failure that is difficult for existing political systems to address. Students receiving ECON/ENV 230 credit may not receive ECON/ENV 333 credit. Also offered as ENV 230.
Core Requirement(s): Counts toward core requirement: Sustainability