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Environmental Economics
(dt. Environmental Economics)

Level, degree of commitment Specialization module, compulsory elective module
Forms of teaching and learning,
workload		 Lecture (2 SWS) and recitation class (2 SWS),
(attendance: 56 hours, preparation and follow-up: 48 hours, Studienleistung: 16 hours, exam preparation: 60 hours)
Credit points,
formal requirements		 6 CP
Course requirement(s): Presentation or Term paper
Examination type: Written examination or Portfolio. IMPORTANT: This module is offered by FB02; the exam can only be retaken twice.
Language,
Grading		 English or German,
The grading is done with 0 to 15 points according to the examination regulations for the degree program B.Sc. Economics, Institutions, and Behavior.
Duration,
frequency		 One semester,
each winter semester
Person in charge of the module's outline Prof. Dr. Björn Vollan

Contents

This module deals with the question of the causes and possible solutions of environmental problems as well as their chances of implementation in the political process. Different policy areas and a variety of economic instruments are introduced (taxes, tradable certificates, subsidies). In addition, psychological aspects of environmental behavior are presented and how these interact with economic incentives.


Qualification Goals

After completing the module, students will be able to

  • name different theoretical and empirical foundations of environmental economics and explain their interaction,
  • develop proposals for solutions to environmental economic problems and reflect on the results of individual and collective action and analyze and interpret empirical data,
  • discuss and present results and deal constructively with criticism.

Prerequisites

None.


Applicability

Module imported from B.Sc. Economics, Institutions, and Behavior.

When studying M.Sc. Mathematics, this module can be attended in the study area Profile Area Economics.


Recommended Reading

(not specified)



Please note:

This page describes a module according to the latest valid module guide in Winter semester 2025/26. Most rules valid for a module are not covered by the examination regulations and can therefore be updated on a semesterly basis. The following versions are available in the online module guide:

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  • Winter 2018/19 (no corresponding element)
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  • Winter 2020/21 (no corresponding element)
  • Summer 2021 (no corresponding element)
  • Winter 2021/22 (no corresponding element)
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  • Winter 2025/26

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