Environmental Economics: Introduction

This lecture introduces the course of Environmental Economics taught by the instructor, covering topics such as sustainability, climate, energy, urban economics, and more. The course structure includes interactive lectures, exercises, and case studies. The instructor emphasizes the importance of understanding the economic impact on the environment, the role of governments in environmental policy, and the use of economic instruments to influence behavior. The lecture also touches on basic economic concepts, environmental policy, cost-benefit analysis, and climate economics. The course assessment includes two exams, each accounting for 50% of the final grade. The lecture provides insights into the historical development of economics, the distinction between the economy and economics, and the analytical assumptions and methods used in economic analysis.