EME 504
Foundations in Sustainability Systems

Overview

Learning Objectives

  1. Evaluate the value of sustainability as a social and global norm.
  2. Integrate the three ethical dimensions of sustainable development: Moral relations among contemporaries (environmental and global justice), with future generations, and nature.
  3. Identify potential ethical conflicts in the context of sustainability.
  4. Compare theoretical approaches to analyze environmental ethical issues and conflicts.
  5. Visualize how sustainability can be implemented in the context of established societal values.
  6. Establish the relationships among sustainability, efficiency, justice.

What is due for Module 9?

Please refer to the Course Syllabus for specific time frames and due dates.

Module 9: Assignments
Requirements Assignment Details
To Do

Read and familiarize yourself with all the Module 9 materials.
Read Registered students may access these articles via Canvas/the Penn State Library:
  • Leiserowitz et al. 2006. "Sustainability values, attitudes, and behaviors: A Review of Multinational and Global Trends." Annu. Rev. Environ. Resour. v.31:413–44.
  • Giddings et al. 2002. "Environment, economy, and society: Fitting them together into sustainable development." Sustainable Development. v.10. pp. 187-196.
Assignment

See Canvas for full assignment details