Course may be student-intitated or initiated by a faculty affiliate of the Center for New Media. The subject matter will vary from semester to semester. Student initiated courses will be taught by a student facilitator under the supervision of the faculty sponsor, who must be a faculty affiliate of the Berkeley Center for New Media.

When we think of the internet, we picture scrolling through social media, binge-watching Netflix, or dealing with lag while using campus wifi. But behind the scenes are the digital infrastructures that power our online lives—and their environmental impact. In this class, we'll dive into those critical systems, explore their hidden environmental costs, tackle pressing issues of social equity around who gets access, and examine how international politics impacts development and sustainability efforts. We'll also look at new technologies and policies that could make the internet more sustainable and equitable for everyone. If you're passionate about shaping a better digital future, this class is for you! We value interdisciplinary perspectives and interests ranging anywhere from environmental science, media studies, political science, engineering, to ethnic studies.

Credit Restrictions

Enrollment is restricted; see the Introduction to Courses and Curricula section of this catalog.

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