Racial Equity in Energy (AFRICAAM 131, CEE 330)

CEE
130R
Instructors
Jain, R. (PI)
Kinslow, A. (PI)
Dichoso Echano, S. (TA)
Section Number
1
The built environment and the energy systems that meet its requirements is a product of decisions forged in a context of historical inequity produced by cultural, political, and economic forces expressed through decisions at individual and institutional levels. This interdisciplinary course will examine the imprint of systemic racial inequity in the U.S. that has produced a clean energy divide and a heritage of environmental injustice. Drawing on current events, students will also explore contemporary strategies that center equity in the quest for rapid technology transitions in the energy sector to address climate change, public health, national security, and community resilience. Prerequisites: By permission of the instructor. Preferable to have completed Understand Energy ( CEE 107A/207A/ EarthSys 103/ CEE 107S/207S) or a similar course at another institution if a graduate student.
Grading
Letter or Credit/No Credit
Units
2-3
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Course Tags
Contemporary Issues
Academic Year
Quarter
Autumn
Section Days
Monday Wednesday
Start Time
10:30 AM
End Time
11:20 AM
Location
Y2E2 292A