Environment, Economy and Society Geography 2153 – Fall 2013 Environment, Economy and Society Introductory Lecture Jamie Baxter Baxter Geog 2153 09/09/2013 10:15

Outline Introduction Discussion Syllabus My research Why are we here? Fukushima Daiiachi post-tsunami radiation “Walking” tree harvester Baxter Geog 2153 09/09/2013 10:15

Top of Mind Environmental Issues: Poll and Discussion What do you feel is the most pressing issue that bridges environment, economy and society? Text 268188 and your message to 37607 i.e., on your phone create a new contact “polleverywhere” phone number = “37607” (yes, you will use it often) e.g. “268188 disposable cellphones!” OR Respond at this link OR Respond at PollEv.com/geog2153 Advance slide for live poll results or click here. Baxter Geog 2153 09/09/2013 10:15

Poll results not showing? Go back one slide. http://www.polleverywhere.com/free_text_polls/Olz9KKdgWQ95jDD Poll results not showing? Go back one slide. Baxter Geog 2153 09/09/2013 10:15

Top of Mind Environmental Issues: The Discussion… Let’s pick three from our list above 1)________ 2________3_______ Now YOU pick one of those, what are the key issues relating to the three core elements of the course – be as specific as you like – jot down your ideas to discuss with the group in about 5 minutes Image source Baxter Geog 2153 09/09/2013 10:15

Syllabus is on the web Baxter Geog 2153 09/09/2013 10:15

My Research Community perception of environmental risk: Hazardous waste incinerator Urban pesticide use Wind turbines Waste-to-energy incinerator Baxter Geog 2153 09/09/2013 10:15

What do you hope to learn?: Poll and Discussion Why are you taking this course? Text 306481 and your message to 37607 e.g. call up your polleverywhere number (37607) which is now in your contacts list (right?) and type in the message “306481 Because I love geography!” OR Respond at this link OR Respond at PollEv.com/geog2153 (note to self: “push” poll to this page now!) Advance slide for live poll results or click here. Baxter Geog 2153 09/09/2013 10:15

Poll results not showing? Go back one slide. http://www.polleverywhere.com/free_text_polls/UB4DKNEmS7p3qLM Poll results not showing? Go back one slide. Baxter Geog 2153 09/09/2013 10:15