People, Place, and Power
AGOG-460-7517
University at Albany
- Semester
- Spring 2026
- Instructor
- Jing Zhou
- Start Date
- 01-21-2026
- Total Credits
- 3
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This course will examine the relationships between current energy supplies and alternatives that are renewable and more environmentally sustainable. It begins with defining energy then turns to an analysis of the economic, social, political, and technological factors that determine the potential a carbon free energy future. At the end of this course, students will be able to 1) identify how normative bias influences planning and policy choices; 2) describe major conflicts in energy planning and policy; and 3) understand the differences between physical/technological barriers versus economic/political impediments to sustainable energy planning/policy options.
Course Area: Geography
Level: Upper Level Undergraduate
Dates: 01-21-2026 - 05-05-2026
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- Local Course ID: 26SP_ALB_AGOG460_3
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