ECON 431 - Seminar: Topics in Water Resource Economics

This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) :
ENVS
Semester Offered: Second Semester
Credits (Range): 3 hours
Attribute: 3SS, WR

The seminar will investigate issues related to the allocation and use of freshwater resources. We will look specifically at water pricing and distribution schemes in water scare areas such as the American West and assess economic mechanisms that address issues related to water quality and incentives for water conservation. Enrollment Limit: 10.
Instructor: J. Suter
Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites: ECON 253 and ECON 255 or consent of instructor. ECON/ENVS 231 or 331 recommended. Note: Taught in alternate years.
Cross List Information
This course is cross-listed with ENVS 431.