Minor in Economics and Policy of Environmental Sustainability
The minor in Economics and Policy of Environmental Sustainability (EPES) is designed for students interested in exploring the economics and policies that shape our environment, climate, and energy resources. Leading energy economists and interdisciplinary faculty place you at the forefront of the latest research and innovations in energy and environmental sustainability.
EPES courses address real-world policy issues related to the environment, climate, natural resources, energy, and sustainability, equipping you with the analytical tools you need to tackle them. You will gain expertise in microeconomic and econometric modeling, environmental law, and impact assessment, learning how to conduct rigorous program evaluations and explore economic incentives. The minor also provides a broader understanding of the political and ethical considerations that influence environmental, energy, and climate policies, preparing students for diverse career paths in private industry, environmental law, non-profit organizations, and government.
Program of Study
All courses completed toward the minor must be taken for Letter Grade (rather than Pass/Fail) with an overall GPA of at least 2.0.
Students majoring in either Economics or Public Policy must take at least 9 credit hours from courses outside their major to fulfill the minor, not including cross-listed ECON/PUBP courses.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| PUBP 3600 | Sustainability, Technology, and Policy | 3 |
| ECON 4440 | Economics of Natural Resources and the Environment | 3 |
| Elective 1 | 3 | |
| Climate Policy | ||
| Energy Policy | ||
| Elective 2 | 3 | |
| Economics of International Energy Markets | ||
| The Economics of Climate Change | ||
| Elective 3 | 3 | |
| Environmental Policy and Politics | ||
| Climate Policy | ||
| Energy Policy | ||
| Environmental Impact Assessment | ||
| Environmental Law | ||
| Economics of International Energy Markets | ||
| The Economics of Climate Change | ||
| Law and Economics | ||
| Public Economics | ||
| Environmental Ethics | ||
| Energy and International Security | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | |