GEG 1700 - Global Sustainability

Credits: 3

Description: Students are introduced to the transdisciplinary field of sustainability, addressing critical debates on climate change, environmental degradation, and social inequalities at local and global scales. They begin by examining the historical forces shaping human impact on the global environment, then apply insights from natural and social sciences to understand the environmental consequences of human actions. Throughout the course, students engage with innovative sustainable practices, such as renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, food systems, and urban sustainability, uncovering how communities worldwide advance sustainable and equitable solutions.

Guaranteed Transfer: GT-SS2

University Requirement(s): Social and Behavioral Sciences, Global Diversity