This course examines the role of natural resources in conflict and conflict resolution. It analyzes multiple relationships between conflict and the environment drawing on conflict theory, environmental security and scientific aspects of global environmental change. It analyzes intervention strategies in environmental conflicts. Topics include: resource wealth and resource scarcity as sources of conflict; role of environment in the conflict cycle and international security; impacts of natural disasters on conflict; climate change and conflict; business in fragile environments; environmental impacts of war; and, integrating environment concerns in conflict prevention, peacemaking and peace building. Students participate in negotiation trainings and explore cases from different parts of the world.
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