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ESS 141: Environmental Science and Policy

[4 units]

In depth-analysis of environmental case studies. Focus on science critical to policy development and implementation, the policy-making process, and policy outcomes. Special emphasis on interaction between scientific information and policy-making. Example topics include Western water resources, biodiversity conservation, and global warming. Emphasis on written and oral communication and critical analysis.

Prerequisite: (WRI 010  or equivalent exam) and any lower-division ESS, ENVE, BIO, ECON, POLI, or PUBP course or equivalent exam. Pass/No Pass option. Discussion included. Cross-Listed with ENGR 141 , GEOG 141 .


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