LALS 141: UndersideOfGreenEnergy
University of California, Santa Cruz
Explores the discursive, socio-ecological, economic, logistics, political, and cultural dimensions of specific “renewable energy industries” and “critical minerals,” attentive to the resulting “sacrifice zones.” Case studies of specific solar, wind, lithium, hydrogen, desalinization, and “sustainable copper” projects allow students to deepen their understanding of the multiple challenges faced in building just and sustainable futures.
Average GPA: 3.34
Grade distribution records: 21 students across 1 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 1 | 4.8% |
| A | 4 | 19.0% |
| A- | 5 | 23.8% |
| B+ | 3 | 14.3% |
| B | 2 | 9.5% |
| B- | 3 | 14.3% |
| C+ | 1 | 4.8% |
| C | 1 | 4.8% |
| P | 1 | 4.8% |
Based on 21 student grade records across 1 term and 1 professor.
Instructors
- Fernando I Leiva 21 students, Average GPA 3.34