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Aug 14, 2024
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POLT 237 - Environmental Political Theory This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) : Environmental Studies Semester Offered: Second Semester Full Course Credits: 4 Credits Attribute: 4SS
An examination of various political theories concerned with the relationship between humans and the natural environment. Issues such as the human transformation of nature through technology and social practice, the ‘tragedy of the commons,” the social construction of nature, and the development of a ‘green’ democratic theory and practice are considered. Readings are drawn from a wide range of political theories, including neo-Malthusianism, libertarianism, ecosocialism, social ecology, deep ecology, eco-feminism, postmodernism and democratic theory. Enrollment Limit: 30 Instructor: H. Wilson Prerequisites & Notes Prerequisite: At least one course in political theory, or ENVS 208.
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