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John H. Armstrong
Assistant Professor
Environmental Studies
Dr. Armstrong studies environmental politics and policymaking, focusing on the most ambitious actions cities can take to mitigate climate change.
Biography
John H. Armstrong - CV (PDF)
Dr. John H. Armstrong studies how governments can enact ambitious climate change and sustainability policies, focusing primarily on cities and counties. His research examines several aspects of policymaking processes, including politics, stakeholders, and public engagement. As part of this research, he studies environmental equity and social justice issues related to climate policies and community energy transitions. Additionally, he studies sustainability more broadly and governance and messaging related to climate change mitigation programs.
Dr. Armstrong holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Environmental Studies from the University of California, Santa Cruz, focusing on local government climate change policymaking. He received his B.A. from Cornell University with a double major in Biology and History
Education
- Ph.D. in Environmental Studies from the University of California, Santa Cruz
Courses Taught
- EVST 3050: Economics and the Environment
- EVST 3000: Environmental Politics
- EVST 4840: Environmental Justice
- EVST 3750: Environmental Careers
- HONR 2580: Crafting Social Policy
- UCOR 1600: Social Justice and the Environment
- EVST 1600: Sustainability, People, & the Environment
Publications
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