ENVS 5100-002
Classroom: Duane Physics G125
Instructor: Paul Komor
1 credit
Record high oil and natural gas prices, climate change, increasing electricity demand – it's the perfect storm for energy policy. Public and policy interest in energy is astoundingly high, and there's no shortage of interesting, provocative, and controversial energy policy topics. In this seminar, we'll mix student presentations and invited talks from energy policy researchers and practitioners to cover a range of energy policy issues.
Course Requirements: Each student is expected to lead one class session. This will typically consist of a 20-30 minute presentation, followed by a discussion. You are not expected to be an expert in your topic of choice. You are however expected to:
á Assign readings at least three days prior to your class session.
á Give a coherent and thoughtful presentation on your topic.
á Lead a discussion, based on clear and balanced discussion questions.
Please clear your topic with the Instructor at least one week ahead of your class session.
Grading: If you're taking this course for credit, you'll be expected to actively participate in the discussions. This isn't a seminar in which you sit quietly in back and listen passively. Specific grading criteria are:
Your class session: 50%
Overall class participation: 25%
Attendance: 25% (you can miss one class without penalty)
If you show up for class, participate in discussions, and give a good talk, you'll get an "A."
Prerequisites: Graduate student status, or instructor permission. Enrollment is limited, ENVS graduate students have preference.
Questions/comments: Email Paul Komor at Komor@colorado.edu
Schedule:
August 29 Course Introduction.
Lecture by P. Komor- "Energy Efficiency and Solar Photovoltaics: The Policy Paradox"
Sep. 5 Guest lecture – Joel Swisher, Managing Director of the Rocky Mountain Institute – "The Smart Garage: Energy System Integration in a Carbon-Constrained World"
Rest of semester schedule to be announced.