Ethical Issues in the Energy Industry

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Credits: 3 Since its inception, the energy industry has faced ethical challenges. From the Edison-Westinghouse feuds to the events leading up to PUHCA in 1935, and from Enron to the failed deregulation attempts in California. Numerous instances of ethical dilemmas and governmental response to these issues will be addressed. This class will look at these issues, what safeguards have been put in place to prevent recurrence, and conclude with several case studies to challenge the students.