Issues in Environmental Science

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A detailed examination of the scientific dimensions of selected environmental issues, with discussion of the economic policy, and ethical aspects of those problems and with emphasis on global and international perspectives. Case studies will include many examples from other countries, as well as national and regional issues in the U.S. Required for all EVS majors. Biology & Geology majors (but not EVS/Biology or EVS/Geology majors) may use this course as a biology or geology elective. Offered every spring. BIO/EVS/GEOL credit.