Ecological Economics

3 credits

A study of the economy as a system embedded within earth systems. The course explores questions like: What are the key energy and material flows in the economy? Can economic activity be decoupled from environmental impact? How should we define and achieve sustainability? ***Prerequisite: ECON 100 or 15 credit Hours.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of ECON 274 or ECON 296AH.*