EME 504
Foundations in Sustainability Systems

Module 2 Overview

Learning Objectives

  1. Demonstrate through discussions the concept of natural capital, ecosystems services and strategies of sustainable resource management (Barbier paper)
  2. Examine the components/features of Earth and major natural processes that occur in the terrestrial environment (Quiz 2) 
  3. Recognize the concept of critical minerals and their non-renewable nature (Discussion)

What is due for Module 2?

This module will take us one week to complete. Please refer to the Course Syllabus for specific time frames and due dates. 

Module 2: Assignments
Requirements Assignment Details
To Do
  • Read and familiarize yourself with all the Module 2 materials.
Read Registered students may access these articles via Canvas/the Penn State Library:
Assignment
  • Complete Quiz 2
  • Participate in the Yellowdig discussion

Questions?

If you have any questions, please post them to our Questions? discussion (not email), located in Canvas. I will check that discussion forum daily to respond. While you are there, feel free to post your own responses if you, too, are able to help out a classmate.