Introduction to Environment and Resources

Sunday, October 28, 2007

Hey all,

Last week we discussed a memo written by Lawrence Summers where he discussed the economic rationale for exporting waste to developing countries. What is your reaction to his memo. Are there any merits to his argument?

Thursday, October 11, 2007

Hey all,

As you know Al Gore has been criticized for overstating the case for climate change in his film “An inconvenient truth”. Do you agree with this critique? Can you pinpoint an area in the film where he did? Is it possible that overstating is simply necessary or can it be it counterproductive? Curious to hear what you have to say.

Also, on another note - what is your view on using genetically modified products in agriculture? Should we?