This course introduces the concepts and methods of analysis in environmental economics. It applies microeconomic principles to the examination of market failures and how social welfare can be improved through incentives or policy. Topics include valuing the environment, cost-benefit analysis, and a significant amount of environmental policy analysis (standards, emissions taxes, transferable emissions permits). Current global and Canadian environmental issues and policies are discussed.
ECON-250 - Environmental Economics
Minimum Credits: 3
Length: 45 hours
Prerequisites: ECON 101
Delivery Method:
Blended, On-campus
Cost: $372.57
Course Outline: https://outlines.cotr.bc.ca/pdf/courses/Course-outline-ECON-250-Fall-2025.pdf