ENVI 300D - Environmental Consulting

Institution:

Westminster College (Salt Lake City)

Subject:

Environmental Studies

Description:

This is course will introduce students to specific aspects of environmental consulting which concentrates on the intersection of electric utility regulation and avoidable environmental degradation. The generation of electricity is responsible for over 60% of the U.S.'s SO2 emissions, 75% of acid gases, 50 % of mercury emissions and 35% of CO2 emissions. Electricity generation is a state regulated industry where a state agency, the Public Service Commission, sets prices and service standards for the companies that produce this vital service. Environmental organizations have come to realize that their intervention into this regulatory process can yield dramatic environmental results. The course will introduce students to how the Utah regulatory process is organized, how rates are set, and how the standards of operation are determined. The course will explain about how electricity generation impacts the environment and how specific regulatory policies can help remedy these problems. It will also explain how environmental groups can get involved in this process as well as discuss various career paths and strategies for future employment opportunities. Specific topics will include: wind power development, Integrated Resource Planning, demand-side management, net metering and other solar programs, rate design, renewable portfolio standards and other topics. The instructor has over 25 years of experience as a utility regulator and environmental consultant. No prerequisites are required.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.westminstercollege.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 484-7651

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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