Explores cost-effective strategies for reducing CO2 emissions and introduces a price on emissions as an incentive for polluters to minimize costs while achieving emission reduction targets.
Introduces the course 'History and Theory of the Environment' and discusses the importance of studying environmental issues and landscapes for a sustainable future.
Explores the intricate relationship between energy supply, economics, and the transition towards sustainable practices, emphasizing the need for decarbonisation and a shift to a less extractive economy.
Explores decoupling economic growth from environmental impacts through the Environmental Kuznets Curve, discussing empirical evidence, limitations, and alternative indicators.
Introduces the fundamentals of Life Cycle Assessment, covering sustainability, impact categories, and methodologies for evaluating environmental burdens.