Sustainability Courses and Certifications

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Building Sustainable Cities

Explore urban sustainability and resilience through comprehensive studies, practical tools, and global case analyses to address climate challenges and contribute to resilient city development.

• Coursera
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

Developing and Managing Sustainable Supply Chains

Explore sustainable supply chain management, from sourcing to end-of-life. Learn to integrate ESG practices, leverage AI and digital twins, and implement circular economy principles for more resilient operations.

• Coursera
• 21 hours 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Air Pollution – a Global Threat to our Health

1461 ratings at Coursera

Explore air pollution's global health impact, sources, and effects. Learn about outdoor and indoor pollution, vulnerable populations, and strategies for assessment and mitigation.

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

Climate change: transitions to sustainability

22 ratings at OpenLearn

Human societies have to take urgent action to end their dependences on fossil fuels. We have to alter the whole path of our development and decision making in order to make our societies both ...

• OpenLearn
• 5 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Discover Best Practice Farming for a Sustainable 2050

705 ratings at Coursera

The Discover Best Practice Farming for a Sustainable 2050 Course is based on a clear vision: imagine best practice farming for 2050, start to implement these strategies now, all the while making sure it will still be profitable.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Meat We Eat

202 ratings at Coursera

The Meat We Eat is a course designed to create a more informed consumer about the quality, safety, healthfulness and sustainability of muscle foods and address current issues in animal agriculture in developed and developing countries.

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

Population and the Environment - Global Problems of Population Growth

Explore the complex relationship between population growth and environmental challenges, examining projections, impacts, and potential solutions for a sustainable future.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Human and Environmental Impacts of Population Growth

Explore population growth's impact on the environment and global economy, examining overconsumption, poverty, and the challenges of balancing development with sustainability.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Deploying the circular economy within organisations

Découvrez comment déployer l'économie circulaire dans les organisations pour lutter contre le réchauffement climatique et promouvoir une économie respectueuse des limites planétaires.

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

Sustainable high-end tourism

19 ratings at Coursera

Explore sustainable high-end tourism's evolution, customer insights, marketing strategies, and operational management. Learn to create value through personalized experiences while addressing environmental and economic impacts.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Hydro, Wind & Solar power: Resources, Variability & Forecast

120 ratings at Coursera

Explore renewable energy sources, their variability, and forecasting methods for hydro, wind, and solar power production to support sustainable electricity generation.

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

Circular business models fostering sustainability

Explore circular economy principles, business models, ecosystems, and enabling factors for sustainable practices. Learn to design and evaluate circular strategies for organizational transformation.

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

West Virginia University

Wood Science: Beyond Building

764 ratings at Coursera

Explore wood's diverse applications, sustainability, and economic importance. Learn about its properties, products, and environmental impact, gaining insights into this versatile renewable resource.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Royal Holloway, University of London;  University of London

Business Sustainability in the Circular Economy

208 ratings at Coursera

Explore sustainability in business, focusing on circular economy, recycling, and corporate social responsibility. Gain insights into environmental strategies and societal impact for modern organizations.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

University of Copenhagen;  Universidad Politécnica de Madrid;  EIT Health;  University of Coimbra

Urbanisation and Health - Promoting Sustainable Solutions

159 ratings at Coursera

In this course, you will learn about the key determinants of urban health including demography, climate change, air pollution, noise, transport systems, public and blue and green spaces, and policies and investments affecting sense of community and publi…

• Coursera
• 1 day 2 hours 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)