Sustainability Courses and Certifications

Introduction to Sustainable Development

8 reviews

Explore economic development that balances social inclusion and environmental sustainability. Gain insights into global challenges and pathways towards a more equitable and sustainable world.

• Coursera
• 3 weeks, 1-3 hours a week
• Finished
• 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)

Industrial Biotechnology

10 reviews

Get introduced to the basics of designing industrial processes for biobased products, from renewable feedstock to biomaterials, chemicals, nutrition products and biofuels.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 6-8 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Supply Chain Management: A Learning Perspective

7 reviews

Explore supply chain management principles, focusing on value creation, management capabilities, learning dynamics, quality control, innovation, strategy, coordination, globalization, and sustainability.

• Coursera
• 17 hours 37 minutes
• 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)

University System of Maryland;  University of Maryland

Generating Vision: Long-Term Big Ideas That Motivate Employees and Stakeholders

7 reviews

Learn techniques to craft inspiring long-term visions that motivate employees and stakeholders, focusing on big ideas, strategic foresight, and effective communication for organizational success.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 2-3 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)

Microcredential

Food Sustainability, Mindful Eating, and Healthy Cooking

Improve health, protect the planet, and build a positive relationship with food through sustainable eating, mindful practices, and simple cooking techniques for a lifelong, health-promoting food journey.

• Coursera
• 13 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Introduction to Food and Our Environment

162 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)

Cooking as a Call to Act - Science and Cooking Public Lecture Series 2018

Renowned chef Massimo Bottura explores the intersection of cooking, science, and social responsibility, discussing innovative culinary techniques and the importance of sustainable gastronomy.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Closing the Loop - The Circular Economy, Business and Sustainability

2 reviews

Explore circular economy strategies for businesses, including five innovative models and global trends. Learn how organizations can eliminate waste and decouple economic growth from resource consumption.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Découvrir la responsabilité sociétale des entreprises (RSE)

12 reviews

Revisitez la finalité des entreprises et explorez avec nous ce qu’est leur responsabilité sociétale. Passez au leadership responsable ! Apprenez à mettre en place une stratégie crédible de RSE dans une entreprise, quelle que soit sa taille.

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

Buildings, Energy and Decarbonization

1 review

Explore strategies for reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions in buildings, focusing on innovative technologies and real-world examples of successful decarbonization projects.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Oil: History, Significance, Markets, and Production Processes

1 review

Comprehensive exploration of oil industry: history, markets, extraction methods, transportation, and refining processes. Enhances energy literacy for informed decision-making on sustainability and climate issues.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Achieving a Sustainable Future with Clean, Renewable Energy and Storage

1 review

Explore sustainable solutions for global energy challenges, focusing on clean, renewable sources and storage. Learn about innovative technologies and policies for a greener future.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video