Geographies of Energy and Sustainability

Course Details

  • Acronym GEOG 473
  • Instructor(s) Gretchen Leigh Sneegas
  • Quarter Winter 2026
  • Credits 5
  • Meeting Times TTh 8:30 AM - 10:20 AM
  • Location MUS 223

Course Description

Examines how, where, and why energy resources are made and used and with what political, economic, and ecological implications. Investigates role of fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas) in neoliberal capitalism and geopolitics. Addresses multiple meanings of sustainability and explores conflicting visions of sustainable. Low-carbon futures.