This course will present the science of climate change, the impacts of climate change, and the opportunities and obstacles for avoiding climate disasters. We will identify and evaluate the application of planning tools and strategies to achieve the mitigation of climate change and adaptations to climate change. Students will understand the causes and effects of climate change and how to implement and evaluate mitigation and adaptation responses through regulations, financial incentives, infrastructure investment, design techniques, and technology. Emphasis is on climate action planning to create resilient communities.
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