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Economics 480
Environmental Economics
Spring 2007
TR 10:50-12:05 BB 116
Links to: Supplemental Notes | Possible Paper Topics | Course Outline | Readings|Review
Course Prerequisites
Econ 211 (minimum), Econ 370 (ideally) or permission. Basic concepts used in the course include indifference
curves; production theory inclusive of isoquants, marginal productivity theory of distribution and economic
efficiency – the importance of marginal cost pricing and the conditions for efficiency in production. Readings on
these topics can be obtained from the instructor.
Requirements
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grade a day, (i.e., an A paper handed in one day late becomes a B and so forth. All direct and indirect quotations
from other sources should be properly acknowledged. Electronic versions of paper are acceptable but hard
copies are preferred.
Students should address questions on exams directly. If specific questions are not answered no credit will be
given for unrelated responses.
Text:
Scott, Callan and Thomas, Janet, Environmental Economics and Management, 4th edition (on reserve, C
henceforth). This supplement text is strong on descriptive and institutional material. Students might consider
buying this book. The 3rd edition is a close substitute for the 4th edition. Some of the material in this text will be
summarized in supplemental notes posted on the webpage.
Tietenberg, Tom, Environmental and Natural Resources Economics, 6th edition (On reserve) (T henceforth)
Hartwick, John and Oleweiler, Nancy, The Economics of Natural Resources (On reserve) (H-O henceforth)
Dorfman, Robert and Nancy, Economics of Environment, 3rd edition (On reserve) (D henceforth)
Stavins, Robert N., Economics of Environment, 4th edition (On reserve) (S henceforth)
Perman, Roger and coauthors, Natural Resources and Environmental Economics (On reserve). This is a more
advanced book, which individual students may want to consult.
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