Course on Sustainable Development August 5 - 17, 2012

Iracambi offers a you an experience you will never gain in a classroom.  This two week course gives an introduction to Sustainable Development in a fragile environment. It focuses on practical insights into the real world situation where the demands of economic development and environment conservation have to be reconciled. The course is intended for undergraduates studying environmental science, international studies, economic development, and more.

Students will gain academic and hands-on exposure to topics in rainforest conservation including:
 Environmental monitoring with local students
 Sustainability in the rainforest – current strategies
 Development from the perspective of rural communities
 Field visits to study land degradation and reforestation

The cost is $485, which includes tuition, board and lodging. It does not include transport to or from Iracambi. For more details, contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or on Skype (Iracambi). You can download the flyer here.

If you'd be interested in attending the course, but you like to see some other topics covered, visit the Course Facebook page and make your suggestions there. It's a good place to meet other participants, too!

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