What This Document Is
This guide offers a curated collection of resources for navigating the complex field of International Environmental Economics. Specifically designed for students at the University of California, Berkeley’s ECON 1 course, it serves as a starting point for research and exploration into the economic dimensions of global environmental issues. It’s structured to help students efficiently locate and utilize relevant academic materials available through the university library system and beyond.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is invaluable for any student undertaking research projects, preparing for in-depth study, or seeking to expand their understanding of the intersection between economics and environmental challenges on a global scale. It’s particularly useful when beginning a new research topic, as it streamlines the process of identifying appropriate databases and statistical sources. Students will find it helpful throughout the course as they delve into specific areas of international environmental economics.
Topics Covered
* Navigating University Library Catalogs (Pathfinder & Melvyl)
* Accessing Electronic Resources from On and Off Campus
* Key Databases for Environmental Economics & Policy Research
* Interdisciplinary Databases Relevant to the Field
* Statistical Databases for International Data Analysis
* Locating Government & International Organization Information
* Resources for International Trade & Agricultural Data
* Finding Data Related to Environmental Conditions & Impacts
What This Document Provides
* A compilation of links to essential online databases and resources.
* Guidance on effective search strategies within those resources.
* An overview of the scope and focus of various databases.
* Direct links to statistical resources offering international datasets.
* Information on accessing specialized data related to agriculture, forestry, and fisheries.
* A starting point for exploring official government statistics and reports.
