Fall 2026

Environmental Economics

Environmental Economics applies microeconomic principles to natural resources and environmental issues like pollution and preservation.

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Summary

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Historical reviews of Corbett Grainger: Reviewers report a light workload with minimal reading and homework. The textbook is often unnecessary, and exams are fair if students understand core concepts rather than memorizing details.

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A A E 101(215 prior to Fall 2024),ECON 101, or 111

AAE/ECON/ENVIRST 343

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Professors

Fall 2026

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Historical instructors & teaching patterns

Historically, Corbett Grainger is praised for his approachable nature and engaging lectures. Reviewers note that tests are fair when students attend class and grasp core concepts rather than memorizing details. One recent review describes the course as awful, contrasting with earlier feedback.

CORBETT GRAINGER is recorded teaching in Fall 2010, Spring 2011, Fall 2011, Fall 2012, Fall 2013, Fall 2014, Fall 2015, Spring 2020. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.

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Student experience

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Historical reviews for Corbett Grainger and Jennifer Alix-Garcia describe the course as interesting, fair, and manageable. Students consistently praise the professors' approachability and clear explanations.

Recent recorded grades — Spring 2024: 3.07 GPA, 54.5% A/AB (n=44 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.24 GPA, 58.5% A/AB (n=41 letter grades); Spring 2026: 2.91 GPA, 48.1% A/AB (n=27 letter grades).

difficulty & workload

Historical reviews of Corbett Grainger: Reviewers report a light workload with minimal reading and homework. The textbook is often unnecessary, and exams are fair if students understand core concepts rather than memorizing details.

Historical reviews of Corbett Grainger: Students value the professor's approachability and helpful office hours. One review noted that TAs may not be as supportive as the instructor, though the professor remains highly recommended.

Topics

  • Natural resources (air, water, forests, fisheries, minerals, energy).
  • Pollution control, preservation vs. development, and deforestation.

Skills

  • Applying microeconomic principles to natural resource use.
  • Examining environmental issues through an economic lens.

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