PIA 2522 - GLOBAL ENERGY

Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
The global energy policy course applies tools from economics, science, and policy analysis to address energy issues. We examine various energy sources in the us/eu/developing countries including oil, gas, nuclear, hydro, biofuels, solar and wind. We discuss how market failures and government policies influence the gaps between private and social costs of energy. We examine incentive policies for the adoption of renewable energy and overall benefits from restructuring towards a greener economy. We examine the role of international trade, investment, technology transfer and climate policy in increasing energy efficiency and renewable energy worldwide.
Academic Career: GRAD
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: Letter Grade
Course Requirements: Graduate School of Public and International Affairs students only.

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