ENV 375 Environmental Ethics
Examines the development and application of ethical theories that explain the moral relationship between humans and the environment. Deontology, utilitarianism, teleology, virtue ethics, and other theories are discussed. A case study-based approach is used to evaluate the role of ethics in how humans approach the environment at all levels of organization from individuals to nations. Topics may include anthropocentrism, biocentrism, environmental pragmatism, deep ecology, new animism, cultural relativism, and environmental justice.
Prerequisite
A grade of C or better in
BIO 115 or a 200-level ENV course
SEE Certification
Humanities
Offered
Fall or Spring, (as needed)