Explores the idea of environmentalism and sustainability across societies. Compares and contrasts how prominent authors in the field assess the risks and opportunities of human effects on climate and ecology. Questions explored include: will ecological solutions be critical to the revival of the global economy? Why do places such as Europe adapt more readily to environmental challenges?  

Department: 
JSIS A
Course Number: 
429
Gen Requirement: 
I&S
Jointly offered: 
SCAND 479
Prerequisites: 
None
Credits: 
5