POL (0158) 213 - Energy Policy: A Political Perspective

Credits: 3.00

This course addresses the political dimensions of energy policy with emphasis on the U.S. experience. It explores the relationship of energy policy to the eco-system, economic growth, and national security. Awareness of the interaction of politics and technology is also critical to an understanding of the development of governmental responses to energy issues. Energy policy issues are examined from a public policy perspective examining alternative energy scenarios and strategies.