ENVS 105 - The Science of Sustainable Living

5 CR

Introduces the science of sustainability as it relates to our everyday lives. Topics covered include sustainable practices pertaining to buildings, foods and agriculture, environmental health, carbon emissions, life-cycle analysis and waste, renewable energy, transportation, social justice, and personal economic choices. Students who take this course will learn how to make more sustainable choices in their day-today life.

Course Outcomes

Explain the scientific method, sustainability, and solutions to common environmental problems.
Describe different forms of sustainable energy, transportation, food, and housing.
Demonstrate the need for environmental justice, reducing exposure to toxins, and understanding the life cycle of common products.
Discuss ways to use less energy, toxins, consumer products and foods that have a high impact on the environment.
Compare ways to estimate and reduce carbon emissions.
Explain the impact of economic and political factors on sustainability

GenEd Outcomes: Connections

Global Citizenship
Natural Systems (Science and the Natural World)

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