Food Systems: Ecology, Economy & Ethics
Fall & Spring
| 3 credits
| Elective
Majors:
Economics,
Environmental Science,
Environmental Studies,
Health Science,
International Relations,
and
Public Policy
An interdisciplinary examination of the global food system – from agriculture, processing, distribution, consumption and waste management to social, political, economic and ethical issues. The course explores a variety of discourses, policies and practices that seek to promote sustainable food systems. Case studies and field visits to local Danish solutions in different sectors of the food system are an integrated part of the course.
Instructors
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Deborah Kaplan
M.Sc. (Sustainable Development, University of Exeter, UK, 2010). B.A. (Environmental Studies, University of Exeter, UK, 2009). Leadership positions in Agenda 21, Nature Conservation and Human Rights Organizations. Member of Copenhagen District Council Committee on Environment and Transportation and Urban Garden Network. With DIS 1985-1998 and since 2002.
