Students now attending Berkeley will confront an extremely different set of challenges than the current faculty experienced. Economic growth cannot continue exponentially in a finite world. Human activity and human numbers threaten the possibility of irreversible damage to the fragile biosphere on which all life depends. In this 3-unit interdisciplinary course, students will focus on finding creative solutions to the problems faced by their generation. Each week, experts will discuss problems and solutions concerning sustainability and climate change that they’re passionate about. Topics include energy consumption, food security, population growth and family planning, migration, climate change, policy, and governance.

The lecture is online and synchronous. Discussion sections are in-person. NOTE: Discussion sections are as listed, Th 4 pm, 5 pm, 6 pm and Fr 11 am.

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Requirements class fulfills