Hacking the blue planet: the scientific and social dimensions of ocean fertilization

3 credits · Graduate

This course explores the biology, ecology, biogeochemistry and ethical and legal dimensions of purposeful ocean fertilization. Through lectures, discussion, case studies, and group projects, students consider the biological and oceanographic basis of ocean fertilization and its use as a 1) scientific tool and 2) controversial geoengineering strategy for climate change mitigation. PREREQUISITES: Instructor's permission CROSSLISTED: OCEA 5665 EXCLUSIONS: OCEA 4665 and MARI 4665 FORMATS: Lecture | Discussion