Climate Solutions (Coursera)

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A protester holding a sign of a burning earth saying 'wake up'.
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In this course, you'll gain a deeper understanding of core climate concepts such as mitigation, adaptation, climate justice, carbon footprinting, net zero and solutions frameworks. We'll look at some of the key players in crafting solutions, such as governments, big business – and you! You’ll uncover your own potential to create a positive impact and be equipped with practical, actionable steps to address the Climate Crisis head on.

What you'll learn:

  • What climate change is, and what causes it
  • Why climate solutions are important for all life on our planet
  • What governments and big business need to do to tackle the climate crisis

Taught by instructors with decades of experience in climate change and online learning, this course is a collaboration between leading experts in the University of Edinburgh and the Royal Scottish Geographical Society.

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Learner reviews
A really inspirational and insightful course that provides useful information for anyone who wants to learn more about climate change and how to make a difference.
Summary
  • Type of course
    Short course: Study a subject through videos, articles, discussions or quizzes.
  • Cost and certification
    Free, with option to upgrade for a certificate
  • Duration
    5 weeks
  • Weekly effort
    1-2 hours
  • Difficulty level
    Introductory: No previous knowledge required
  • Learning platform
    Coursera
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