Considers whether and how global poverty can be alleviated without irreparably damaging the environment. Examines interactions among population, economic growth, poverty, global consumption ethos, property rights systems, global economy, state capacity, and environmental damage. Scrutinizes impact of various developmental strategies adopted during the past 50 years on poverty, governance, and the environment.
Enrollment Requirements
Prerequisite(s): Previous or concurrent enrollment in ENVS 100 and ENVS 100L, or by permission of instructor.
Class Notes
UCSC Students who have not satisfied ENVS 100/100L, please use this form to petition for enrollment: https://goo.gl/forms/BEeHTig3SOO13lx12. Visiting Students - contact envsadvi@ucsc.edu for permission to enroll.