Description
Provides students with an introduction to the multifaceted nature of civilization and its impact on our environment. The text explores the intricate interplay between globalization, urbanization, and sustainability, and examines the environmental and health impacts of modern society, including climate change, resource consumption, and waste.
Abhishek Tiwari, Ph.D., M.P.H., M.S is an adjunct faculty member at California State University, Pomona and California State University, Northridge. He teaches courses in urban planning, infrastructure, public health, and sustainability. He holds a Ph.D. in urban and regional planning from UC Irvine, an M.P.H. with a concentration in international health from the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, and an M.S. in civil engineering from CSU Fullerton. Dr. Tiwari is also the vice president of VTA Consulting Engineers, a firm specializing in seismic structural design.