Sustainability Policies in the US and Europe: A Comparison of Sources and Outcomes

Activity Type: 
Lecture
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Presenter: 
Professor Michaël Aklin, Assistant Professor of Political Science
Date: 
Friday, October 24, 2014 - 12:00 to 13:00
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Location: 
4217 Posvar Hall
Contact Email: 
euce@pitt.edu

Is Germany the new California? Is Texas the new Denmark? Historically, the political leadership on sustainable development has shifted back and forth between the U.S. and Europe. Nowhere is this as evident as in the promotion of renewable energy. Where do we stand now? Dr. Aklin will explore the sources of renewable energy policies both across continents and vertically within the European Union and the U.S.

UCIS Unit: 
European Studies Center
European Union Studies Association
Non-University Sponsors: 
Department of Political Science
Mascaro Center for Sustainable Innovation
Office of the Provost
World Regions: 
Europe
Western Europe
European Union