Ateneo - UPO

Environmental risks, natural risks involving the geosphere, anthropogenic risks affecting industrial activities.
Impact on environmental matrices such as air, water and soil.

Compulsory books:
• “Rischi ambientali e difesa del territorio” di S.Pinna, ed. FrancoAngeli, 2002, ISBN: 884643661X.
• “La terra a rischio – Il capitale naturale e la ricercar della sostenibilità” di C.Henry – L.Tubiana, ed. Il Mulino, 2019, ISBN: 9788815284808
Optional books:
• “Il rischio ambientale” di B.De Marchi – L.Pellizzoni – D.Ungaro, ed. Il Mulino, 2001, ISBN: 8815076859.
• “Fragile. Il rischio ambientale oggi” di U. Leone. Ed. Corocci, 2015, ISBN: 8843077260

Provide the knowledge necessary for the analysis of components and factors of both natural and anthropogenic environmental processes.

Frontal teaching and classroom exercises

During the lessons, real cases will be analysed, with direct interaction from the students.

Written exam

Environmental risks and classification.
Natural risks.
Anthropogenic risks.
Impact of air, water and soil pollution.
Integrated management of environmental risks.
Practical applications and case studies.

Basic elements of risks and environmental impacts from natural phenomena and human activities.