Seminar - This course will cover the law of biodiversity, with a focus on the laws of the United States. We will review the science of biodiversity and biodiversity loss, and then examine laws addressing biodiversity at the federal, state, and local levels. We will cover biodiversity law, ecosystem management, and emerging challenges like climate change and renewable energy development. The course will be graded based on short response papers and participation in class discussions.
Law 285 Environmental Law is recommended
Grading Mode: Letter Grading
Final Assessment: 1 or 2 smaller papers during the semester
Units
2
Professional Skills
No
Course Number
285K
Active
Yes
Certificate
Cluster
Unit 16
No