The Carbon Economy

What is the real price of carbon? This class will help you and your students think about the policy issues surrounding continued use of carbon-based fuels. Find out how economic thinking can give insights into the debate over climate change. Engage in a discussion about subsidies, taxes, technology and market solutions. Economists are fond of pointing out that we should always calculate the implicit costs (including opportunity cost) as well as the explicit costs before making a decision. Learn how to guide your students through the cost-benefit comparison of energy alternatives. Attend this class to gain an understanding of why most developing nations are reluctant to protect the environment.
 

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED - please call to check on availability
Mail/fax registration form or register by phone at 303-752-2323

• Date: July 8, 2010 - rescheduled to December 4, 2010

• Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

• Location: Denver Metro Area

• Class Fee: $40 (payable to CCEE with registration)

• Optional Credit Fee: 1 CSU ECON grad. sem. credit hours, $55 (payable to CSU)  Note: a reading/writing assignment is required to receive credit for this class.

• Faculty:

  • Professor Catherine Keske, Colorado State University; and

  • Jim Becker, Chaparral High School, Parker

• Includes: CEE’s Energy, Economics and Environment curriculum guides (secondary or elementary),  continental breakfast and lunch

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