GEY 141 - Dynamic Earth: Environment and Economy

Environmental geoscience focuses on the intersection between people and our planet, including natural hazards (earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides, storms/floods); the distribution, origin, and development/utilization of resources (water, soil, energy, mineral); and environmental impacts (resource depletion, pollutants, greenhouse gases). This knowledge informs environmental ethics, individual decisions, and public policy. Course Typically Offered: Every fall.

Prerequisite(s): None.

Credits: 4