Brief Introduction
Discover how environmental research can inform how we respond to and solve the major global environmental issues of today.Course Summary
Learn about the environmental challenges we face today and explore solutions to help solve them. This course covers topics such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution.Key Learning Points
- Understand the key environmental challenges facing the world today
- Explore solutions to these challenges and learn about the latest research and innovations
- Engage with a global community of learners and share ideas and insights
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the complexity of environmental challenges and the potential solutions to them
- Engage in critical thinking and problem-solving to address environmental issues
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with others to develop and implement sustainability solutions
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of environmental issues
- Access to the internet and a computer
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Sustainability: Environmental Challenges and Solutions
- Climate Change: The Science
Notable People in This Field
- Greta Thunberg
- David Attenborough
Related Books
Requirements
- There has never been a more important time to study the environment. This course is designed for anyone interested in how research is informing our knowledge of global environmental issues and potential solutions. The course will be particularly useful for final year school students who are considering studying an environmental course at university. It will also appeal to anyone with an interest and with a general understanding of issues surrounding environmental issues.
Outline
- Changing glaciers Welcome An introduction to glaciers The importance of increased melt rates Monitoring and measuring change in glaciers Policy and the future of glaciers Summary and closing thoughts Protecting our oceans Introduction: The blue planet Fisheries and aquaculture: The good, the bad and the ugly Climate change and the oceans: Warming up and turning sour Ocean pollution Ocean optimism: Solutions Final thoughts and knowledge Environment and development Introduction: What is development? Development and CO2 Development and the oceans: An example from Indonesia Development and energy: An example from Tanzania Development and biodiversity Summary and closing thoughts Energy and Society Introduction: Energy and Society What sort of energy system do we want? What is driving the need to change our energy system? Public attitudes to supply-side options/energy developments Energy and society in developing countries: Energy for resilience Geoengineering Final thoughts
Summary of User Reviews
This course on Tackling Environmental Challenges has received positive reviews from users. The course covers a wide range of topics related to environmental challenges and provides practical solutions that are applicable in real life. Many users appreciated the interactive nature of the course and the opportunity to connect with other learners.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course provides practical solutions that are applicable in real life.Pros from User Reviews
- Interactive nature of the course
- Opportunity to connect with other learners
- Course covers a wide range of topics related to environmental challenges
- The course is well-structured and easy to follow
- The course materials are informative and engaging
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users felt that the course was too basic
- The course may not be suitable for those with advanced knowledge in environmental studies
- The course content may be repetitive at times
- Some users experienced technical issues with the platform
- The course may require a significant time commitment
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