Introduces the course 'History and Theory of the Environment' and discusses the importance of studying environmental issues and landscapes for a sustainable future.
Examines the relationship between climate change events and underlying trends, emphasizing the importance of understanding system structures and feedback loops.
Discusses sustainability through the Three Horizons framework, emphasizing the need for community-level actions and a new societal narrative for ecological transformation.
Explores the use of timber in creating environmentally friendly and disaster-resistant buildings, emphasizing the importance of appealing design and ecological materials.
Covers the transition from sustainable development to planetary boundaries, exploring weak and strong sustainability concepts, international agendas, and global socio-economic trends.
Delves into efficiency, decoupling, and environmental impact assessment, highlighting the complexities of balancing economic growth and environmental sustainability.
Provides an overview of environmental economics, covering course structure, key concepts, and the relationship between economic activity and environmental issues.
Covers fundamental concepts of environmental and ecological economics, sustainable development, wealth accounting, and perspectives on protecting the planet.