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Apr 18, 2024
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Goucher College 2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalogue PLEASE NOTE: This is an archived catalog. Programs are subject to change each academic year.
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EC 225 - Environmental Economics (3 Cr.)Change in prerequisites as of 9/4/2012. Added an additional prerequisite of “MA 160 or placement into MA 170 (or above). (GEN. ED. #11) (LER–ENV)
A survey of techniques and topics in environmental economics, beginning with the theory of market failure and externalities. Examples will be drawn from the U.S. and global experience dealing with problems such as air pollution, water pollution, and solid wastes, etc. Particular emphasis will be placed on cost-benefit analysis, contingent valuation studies, statistical valuation of life, and the implementation of policies that achieve environmental goals and economic efficiency. Prerequisite EC 101 , and or placement into (or above). Fall semester. Shamshak.
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