Sustainability Courses for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Greening the Economy: Sustainable Cities

53 reviews

This course explores sustainable cities as engines for greening the economy in Europe and around the world. We place cities in the context of sustainable urban transformation and climate change. We connect the key trends of urbanization, decarbonisation…

• Coursera
• 9 hours 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

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Introduction to solar cells

10 reviews

Explore solar cell fundamentals, history, types, and emerging technologies. Gain practical insights through virtual exercises and expert interviews for a comprehensive understanding of this green energy source.

• Coursera
• 23 hours 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Age of Sustainable Development

14 reviews

The Age of Sustainable Development" gives students an understanding of the key challenges and pathways to sustainable development - that is, economic development that is also socially inclusive and environmentally sustainable.

• Coursera
• 30 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Health Effects of Climate Change

9 reviews

Learn how global warming impacts human health, and the ways we can diminish those impacts.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries

35 reviews

This course challenges you to consider how one might lift societies out of poverty while also mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. We explore the inherent complexity of developing country governments wanting to grow their economies in a climate friendly…

• Coursera
• 17 hours 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Age of Sustainable Development

10 reviews

Learn the basics of sustainable development -- what it is, why it's important and how we can achieve it.

• edX
• 14 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Our Energy Future

7 reviews

Explore energy production, utilization, and sustainability from multiple perspectives, including biology, engineering, economics, and climate science. Gain insights into renewable sources and their global impact.

• Coursera
• 37 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Sustainability

17 reviews

This course introduces the academic approach of Sustainability and explores how today’s human societies can endure in the face of global change, ecosystem degradation and resource limitations.

• Coursera
• 25 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Photovoltaic solar energy

465 ratings at Coursera

Explore photovoltaic technologies, their operation, systems, and impact. Learn about solar cell efficiency, grid integration, and the evolving economics of this renewable energy source.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems

8 reviews

Our course explores what can be done to solve the complex problem that half a billion people worldwide do not have improved water supplies and two billion do not have improved sanitation.

• Coursera
• 26 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Climate Change Science and Negotiations

9 reviews

Humanity is up against a tight timeline to address climate change. Learn how we can deeply decarbonize the global energy systems, and put the world on a 2°C pathway.

• edX
• 10 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Sustainable Agricultural Land Management

579 ratings at Coursera

Explore water quality, nutrient management, and best practices in Florida agriculture. Learn to evaluate research and policies protecting water resources while balancing agricultural needs.

• Coursera
• 20 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Sustainable Development Goals – A global, transdisciplinary vision for the future

4542 ratings at Coursera

Explore the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, their history, implementation, and global impact. Gain insights on climate action, planetary boundaries, and social sustainability from experts.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Climate Action: Solutions for a Changing Planet

9 ratings at edX

How do we turn commitments to reducing the effects of climate change into action?

• edX
• 10 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

One Planet, One Ocean

20 ratings at edX

A holistic view of how the ocean functions, how human interactions with the ocean can be understood, and what solutions are available to support both sustainable use and stewardship of our blue planet.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)