AP Environmental Science
Advanced Placement Environmental Science examining environmental systems and human impact.
Practical Applications
Evaluating Environmental Policies
Understanding Environmental Laws and Policies
Governments create policies to protect natural resources and human health. Learning how to evaluate these policies helps you become an informed citizen.
Types of Policies
- Regulations: Rules limiting pollution or resource use
- Incentives: Tax breaks for using renewable energy
- International Agreements: Treaties like the Paris Agreement
Evaluation Criteria
- Effectiveness
- Cost
- Fairness
Why It Matters
Knowing how policies work lets you participate in discussions and advocate for better solutions.
Examples
Analyzing the impact of a plastic bag ban in your city.
Debating the pros and cons of carbon taxes.