Consumerism & Global Consumption
Students examine the economic and environmental impacts of global consumerism and the pursuit of sustainable consumption patterns.
Key Questions
- Analyze the environmental and social costs of global consumerism.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of 'ethical consumerism' in promoting sustainability.
- Design strategies for individuals and societies to adopt more sustainable consumption patterns.
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