Introduction to Energy and Earth Sciences Economics

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Author:

Barry Posner

Subject:

Business, Science and Technology

Institution Name:

The Pennsylvania State University

Collection:

Penn State, College of EMS

Grade Level:

Post-secondary

Abstract:

This course introduces the economic method of analysis to the environmental and resource questions facing society. It introduces a "paradigm," and ways asking: a) What advantages can be gained by using market forces? b) What are the drawbacks of the market ("market failures") that may lead to a rationale for government intervention? c) What are the drawbacks of using government intervention ("government failure")? d) How do you apply these three concepts to real-world situations?

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Activities and Labs, Assessments, Readings, Syllabi

Media Format:

Graphics/Photos, Text/HTML

Technical Requirements:

For this course we recommend the minimum technical requirements outlined on our Program Technical Requirements page, located at https://gis.e-education.psu.edu/gis/techspecs.

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Copyright Holder:

The Pennsylvania State University