Philosophical Issues in Sustainable Development

3 credits

This course critically examines sustainable development from a philosophical perspective clarifying its various meanings, coherence, and implications. Underlying principles (such as the precautionary principle), relationship to other concepts (such as sustainable growth), and implied ethical obligations are explored. The merits of different sustainable development strategies are philosophically examined. ***Prerequisite: PHIL 100 or completion of 15 credit hours.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of PHIL 282 or PHIL 290AF.*