An examination of the factors that inhibit an efficient allocation of the environment in a market economy. The types of economic policies that can be initiated to prevent environmental decay are studied. Economic theory and policy are applied to a variety of environmental problems, such as air and water pollution, solid waste disposal, and conservation.
This course may not be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s)
- Economics 201and203 or consent of the Department
Sections
This course will be offered next in
Spring 2009.