SANDEE is organizing a three-week training course in Environmental and Natural Resource Economics for Economists from 5th– 23rd May, 2008. The course is meant for practicing South Asian economists interested in upgrading their skills and learning related to environmental and natural resource economics.

Workshop objectives: The workshop seeks to provide economists with the basic skills necessary to teach environmental and natural resource economics and to undertake research in this area. The course will cover economic issues underlying sustainable development, poverty-environment interactions, and natural resource use and pollution management. Participants will be exposed to basic theoretical issues and economic tools and methodologies for analyzing environmental problems in developing countries. The course does not seek to be comprehensive but will provide a sound introduction to the literature.

Who should attend the course? The ideal participant has a Masters or Ph.D. in economics and a good understanding of micro-economics, mathematical economics and basic econometrics. Those who have already had training in basic environmental economics through other programs or universities are not eligible. Junior and mid-career faculty and researchers, especially women are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to teachers and researchers who have submitted a research proposal to SANDEE.

What can you expect to do during the course? Participants are expected to read material prior to the course and participate in detailed assignments and discussions during the course. Participants will also be expected to present a research concept note at the end of the course. The course agenda for last year is available on http://www.sandeeonline.org/teaching_workshops/ee_bangkok_2007/ee_bangkok2007.jsp