EC 330 - Natural Resource Economics

Institution:

Arcadia University

Subject:

Economics

Description:

The aim of this course is to introduce students to the principles and practice of applying economic methods of analysis to issues relating to natural resources and the environment. Concepts of sustainability and the discounting of future costs and benefits are discussed and these techniques are then applied to the use of non-renewable and also renewable resources. The economics of biodiversity loss are examined, and this leads into a consideration of the economic valuation of environmental goods. Prerequisite: EC211 or permission of the instructor. Offered in 2004 and even years.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arcadia.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 572-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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