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

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

3. Top of Mind Environmental Issues: Poll and Discussion
What do you feel is the most pressing issue that bridges environment, economy and society?
Text 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. “ 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/ :15

4. Poll results not showing? Go back one slide.
Poll results not showing? Go back one slide.
Baxter Geog 2153
09/09/ :15

5. 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/ :15

6. Syllabus is on the web
Baxter Geog 2153
09/09/ :15

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

8. What do you hope to learn?: Poll and Discussion
Why are you taking this course?
Text 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 “ 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/ :15

9. Poll results not showing? Go back one slide.
Poll results not showing? Go back one slide.
Baxter Geog 2153
09/09/ :15