AREC 340 - Introduction: Economics of Natural Resources

This course is an introduction to natural resource economics. The tools learned in the principles of economics are applied to a diverse set of natural resource issues and policies including: forestry, mining, marine resources, climate change, wildlife, biodiversity, agriculture, land, water and recreation. In examining these issues, students will become better acquainted with resource economics models and decision-making, applied welfare analysis and multi-generational economic problems. Credit not allowed for both AREC 340 and ECON 340.