SDG 15: Land Courses and Certifications

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

A Nutritional Approach to Agriculture and Food Security

10 reviews

This course presents current research, which aims to place nutrition at the heart of the food system.

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

Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change

8 reviews

Explore the science of global warming, from basic physics to climate models, greenhouse gases, and potential impacts. Gain insights into Earth's climate system and human influence on it.

• Coursera
• 39 hours
• 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)

Greening the Economy: Lessons from Scandinavia

7 reviews

This course will explore greening the economy on four levels – individual, business, city, and nation. We will look at the relationships between these levels and give many practical examples of the complexities and solutions across the levels.

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

Tropical coastal ecosystems

7 reviews

Take the challenge and understand problems and solutions to managing tropical coastal ecosystems.

• edX
• 9 weeks, 4-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

University System of Maryland;  University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science

The Science Advisory Toolbox for Environmental Management

9 reviews

Develop your own science and management strategy while viewing the environment through a multicultural lens. Learn how science advocacy can drive effective environmental and sustainability decision-making.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 5-8 hours a week
• 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)

Environmental Gamechanger – Lead the Way to Sustainable Development

7 reviews

Develop essential skills for sustainability science, apply them to a real-world project in your environment, and become an agent of sustainable change through interactive learning and practical application.

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

Introduction to Food and Our Environment

165 ratings at Coursera

This course is designed to help learners around the world become more sustainable eaters.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes

620 ratings at Coursera

Explore off-grid renewable energy systems, focusing on photovoltaic, wind, and hydroelectric technologies. Learn key components, scientific principles, safety considerations, and practical design skills for small-scale implementations.

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