This course is an introductory
analysis of the economic, regulatory, scientific, and political factors
involved in environmental public policy. American environmental management
will be viewed in terms of the interplay among economic efficiency,
scientific feasibility, and the demands of the political process. Topics
covered include market forces, federal lands, intergovernmental relations,
agency law, comparative institutions, U.S. environmental regulations,
and technological compliance. This course is taught by faculty from
the Economics, Geological and Environmental Studies, and Political Science
Departments.
Prerequisites:
Economics 211 or Political Science 100 and the fulfillment of the
college's general education requirement.
