Environmental Economics
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IYA0101 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | I-YT 2008 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 2 (2009-2010) |
| Credits: | 4 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Laaja, Martti |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2009-2010
| Impl. | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2010-01-04 – 2010-05-01 | Riitta Niemelä | Finnish | 2009-12-07 – 2010-01-10 |
Learning Outcomes
The student will get a good understanding of what environmental economics is about, e.g. the values of the environment. The student will learn the economic approach to designing environmental policies. The student will learn to make economical analysis of environmental problems based on examples.
Contents
Environmental economics. Economy and sustainable development. Economic efficiency. Economic analysis of pollutions. Life cycle analysis and ecological assets. Environmental analysis in product development and production in companies.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Paavola,J. Ympäristötalouden perusteet. Opetushallitus 2.painos 1996 B.C.Field. Environmental Economics. McGraw-Hill, USA. 1997.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, exercises and presentations
Assessment Methods
Lectures, exercises and presentations