MEBn5015 Energy and environment

Faculty of Social Studies
Autumn 2023
Extent and Intensity
2/0/0. 5 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
doc. Mgr. Filip Černoch, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Mgr. et Mgr. Dominik David (seminar tutor)
Guaranteed by
doc. Mgr. Filip Černoch, Ph.D.
Department of International Relations and European Studies – Faculty of Social Studies
Contact Person: Olga Cídlová, DiS.
Supplier department: Department of International Relations and European Studies – Faculty of Social Studies
Timetable
Wed 8:00–9:40 U33
Prerequisites
! MEB415 Environ. Aspects of Energy && ! ESSn5011 Environmental Aspects of Energ && ! ESS411 Environmental Aspects of Energ && ! MVZ460 Environ. Aspects of Energy
The course has no specific prerequisites.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.

The capacity limit for the course is 30 student(s).
Current registration and enrolment status: enrolled: 12/30, only registered: 0/30
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
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Course objectives
The widespread availability and affordability of energy from coal, oil, and gas have been instrumental in shaping modern society. However, the combustion of these fossil fuels has also adversely impacted both local and global environments, with climate change now posing the most significant challenge. In this course, we trace the evolution of modern energy systems rooted in fossil fuels, examining the intricate interplay between these systems and the environment. We delve into governmental strategies aimed at mitigating the environmental repercussions of these industries and gauge the effectiveness of various measures. Additionally, we critically assess the ongoing transition towards low-carbon economies. Drawing upon the foundational theories of environmental science as they pertain to the energy sector, this course also incorporates insights from political science, governance studies, and economics.
Learning outcomes
By the conclusion of this course, students should possess the interdisciplinary background needed to critically engage with contemporary debates on energy and the environment.
Syllabus
  • Ecosystem and population ecology, fossil fuel consumption - local and global pollution, neoclassical and ecological approaches to environmental services, scarcity of energy resources, renewable energy, nuclear energy, energy efficiency, theory of technological and societal transitions, energy transitions in the 21st century.
Literature
  • WRIGHT, Richard T. Environmental science : toward a sustainable future. 9th ed. Upper Saddle River, N.J.: Pearson Prentice Hall, 2005, xxiii, 712. ISBN 013144204X. info
Teaching methods
Lectures and class discussions, course project.
Assessment methods
Written exam, final paper, poster preparation.
Language of instruction
English
Further Comments
Study Materials
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Autumn 2019, Autumn 2020, Autumn 2022, Autumn 2024.
  • Enrolment Statistics (Autumn 2023, recent)
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