North France: Energy and Environment

Led by Professors Lee Ann Galindo & Manuel Caballer

SC1020 - Environmental Science 
SC2050 - Climate Change 

In the middle of the energy transition, students will delve into energy generation from renewable and non-renewable primary sources in France. In Brittany, students will explore the operations of La Rance plant, the second biggest tidal generator of the world, to understand how water could be a feasible solution for clean energy. Wait!!!! Is it totally really clean? Does the local population agree? In Normandy, a visit to a nuclear and a radioactive waste plants, will allow the discussion on zero-emission energy that responds to the massive demand of the general population. Which will be chosen? Why? And when? We shall witness how energy generation affects the ecological and social conditions of the surroundings.

Trip cost: €340
Includes round trip transportation to the destination, accommodation with breakfast, local visits, professors trip cost and VAT 

Last day to register/cancel: September 7, 2025 • Late cancelation fee: Full cost of the trip
Payment for study trips must be made no later than Sept. 19 for the Fall 2025 semester. Any concerns in this regard should be addressed to the Cultural Program Office and Student Accounting Services.