ESS 3033 - Environmental Issues of Urban Life (3) SP Offered even-numbered years

This course explores the origins of the concept of sustainability, theories of community development, and a suite of dimensions of sustainable urban development, as well as examine policies aimed at making cities more environmentally sustainable. Major topics include: urban ecology, water, energy, waste, social and environmental justice, transportation, the built environment, and food. This course will utilize active field-based investigation combined with creative practice. Locations for field research and excursions throughout Nashville and Middle Tennessee support active learning experiences.