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Politics of Environmental Problem Solving in Developing Countries
Politics of environmental problem solving in developing countries
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 14:59:21
Abstract
The purpose of this course is, to get insights in the relevance of and the dealing with ecological aspects in developing countries; to enhance the understanding of the forces, which influence ecological measures; to learn about instruments, process management, research operations and to become familiar with a structured approach to analyse and influence politics.
Objective
To get insights in the relevance of and the dealing with ecological aspects in development cooperation and in developing countries. To enhance the understanding of the forces, the components and the processes, which influence the design and the implementation of ecological measures. To learn about instruments, process management, research operations, impediments and improvements of political environments and about multilateral negotiations and agreements. To become familiar with a structured approach to analyse and influence politics, looking among others at governance, social organisation, legal issues and institutions.
Content
The course shall build on a range of case studies, starting from the setting up, specifying problems and potentials, highlighting procedures, experiences and outcomes, illustrating change management. The analysis of the cases shall demonstrate, what was crucial in the evolution of the exposed cases, what were key elements and interventions. Special emphasis will be given to natural resources management. Topics which shall be included are: - Sustainable use of sloping land - Community based natural resource management - Rural development - Enhancement of biodiversity - Plant genetic resources in the international arena - Plant protection - Millennium development goals, interactions between poverty and the environment - Clean development mechanism - Partnerships in mountain development
Resources
Lecture Notes
There is no script available.Information material on specific topics and cases shall be made available when necessary.
Literature
Sources of literature and other information sources will be provided during the course.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Politics of environmental problem solving in developing countries |
|
2 h weekly |