本课程概述了围绕人类相互作用和环境利用评估的主题, the effect on climate, and assessment of long term sustainability. Using environmental and economics concepts and methods, the course will cover topics such as means to value natural resources, methods for appropriately mitigating externalities (such as pollution), and assessing development activities. The course will also evaluate the availability and use of natural resources, depletable and renewable, such as energy, water, land, and forests. Finally, the course will assess relevant topics surrounding climate change, including its measurement, causes, effects (magnitude and geographic distribution), and potential responses. 在整个课程中,学生将学习与环境相关的政府机构和法律程序, climate, and sustainability. Recommended Prerequisite: ECO 201 or ECO 202.