Course Details in 2023/24 Session

Module Title	LH Governance of Environmental and Energy Transitions
School	School of Geog Earth & Env Sci
Department	Geography
Module Code	03 39143
Module Lead	Rosie Day
Level	Honours Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions	Module 03 35199 LI Environmental Human Geography is a pre-requisite module for students on Geography programmes. Students selecting the module from programmes that are not Geography will be advised on additional resources that can be drawn upon to cover prior material.
Contact Hours	Lecture-20 hours Seminar-10 hours Guided independent study-170 hours Total: 200 hours
Exclusions
Description	This module critically examines the theoretical and historical evolution of environmental end energy transitions as an interdisciplinary issue. It explores the extent to which just, equitable and transparent transitions to more sustainable futures can be progressed and the technological, political, economic and socio-cultural challenges and alternatives which steps towards more sustainable practices and patterns of production and consumption must negotiate. We will consider underpinning theories of governance pertaining to these transitions via different case studies of environment, energy and resources taken from majority and minority world examples; examine the geographical scales (e.g. local, national, global) of transitions, the processes of decision making for these transitions, and the equity and justice implications of their implementation.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Demonstrate knowledge of transitions through relating theories of inter alia governance, justice, epistemology/knowledges, and science and technology studies to practical contemporary environmental and energy issues Identify and critically assess shifting patterns and processes of transitions governance based on case studies and the competing interests of different actors in relation to them; Demonstrate awareness of the socio-cultural aspects of environmental and energy transitions and means by which these may be captured, harnessed and addressed Critically evaluate policies, interventions and arrangements relating to sustainability transitions in terms of governance relations, justice, and / or effectiveness of outcomes; Demonstrate the value of an integrated and interdisciplinary approach to understanding transitions, their management and the possibilities of resolving conflicts.
Assessment
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: 1 x 2000 word assignment (50%); 1 x 2hr exam (50%) Reassessment: Supplementary exam and coursework
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