Course Description
This course examines the philosophy and practice of sustainability and follows the subsequent development of this approach in resolving post industrial problems. After a brief introduction to ecological ethics and thinking, we begin with its origins in the public international law of environmental protection. Through the analytical lenses of risk analysis, economics, land use law and social sciences, we examine how sustainability can engage and resolve complex, post industrial problems through law and the work of lawyers. Throughout the course, we consider how law can engage solutions, and the role of lawyers in implementing sustainable approaches through law and other social forums.
College/School
Willamette College
Locations
Salem, Remote
Offering Cycle, by Year
All Years
Offering Cycle, by Semester
Spring Semester
Credit Hours Min
2
Prerequisites
Open to students with 60 or more credits at the time of the course. Sophomores, contact your advisor for permission, which they may email to the Registrar's Office to be recorded in the registration system.