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Communicating Science Effectively - A springboard for action
by William “Bill” Dennison , Richard Arnold- 0.0
5 Weeks
Communicating science effectively is a critical skill for anyone involved in environmental policy or sustainability. Learn how to integrate effective visualizations into compelling narratives to clearly explain complex ecosystem processes. Effective science communicators are in short supply during a time of unprecedented environmental challenges. As policy-makers, businesses, and communities seek solutions, the need for science communication skills will only grow....
$149
Decision Making in Environmental Management - Case studies & practical application
by William “Bill” Dennison , Vanessa Vargas-Nguyen , Richard Arnold- 0.0
5 Weeks
Utilizing extensive case studies of various ecosystems, you will learn how to effectively utilize science-based management to mitigate anthropogenic impacts and ensure resiliency and sustainability in your community. Case studies are the best means to analyze real world problems and assess viability of proposed solutions. Each case study will present unique solutions to address ecosystem stress....
$149
Socio-environmental Management - Integrating politics, justice and stakeholders
by William “Bill” Dennison , Richard Arnold , Vanessa Vargas-Nguyen- 0.0
5 Weeks
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. There is a broad spectrum of ways that science can be incorporated into environmental management and policy and it all begins with effectively articulating cause and impacts....
$149
Making the Grade – Developing socio-environmental report cards to effect change
by William “Bill” Dennison , Vanessa Vargas-Nguyen , Richard Arnold- 0.0
5 Weeks
Socio-environmental report cards have proven to be THE tool to effect positive change. Join us as we explore proven techniques to synthesize data, engage the local community, inform decision-making, and drive policy for any environmental or sustainability challenge. Report card grades also tap into a powerful human motivator: peer pressure. We need to use science to inspire real change....
$149
The Climate-Energy Challenge
by Daniel P. Schrag- 0.0
9 Weeks
Learn more about the science behind climate change. This course will examine future climate change in the context of Earth history, and then consider various strategies for what might be done to deal with it. Explore how scientists measure ancient temperature and carbon dioxide levels Investigate the basic physics and chemistry that control climate...
$49
Environmental Security and Sustaining Peace
by Carl Bruch , David Jensen , Richard Matthew , Marc Levy- 0.0
8 Weeks
Natural resources and the environment as a vehicle for peace. Conflicts over natural resources and the environment are among the greatest challenges in 21st-century geopolitics. These conflicts present serious threats to human security at both the national and local levels. Environmental peacebuilding has emerged as a new frontier in interdisciplinary studies....
$49
Air pollution: causes and impacts
by Véronique Riffault , Laurent Alleman , Esperanza Perdrix , Manolis Romanias- 0.0
3 Weeks
This MOOC focuses on issues related to air quality. Learn the basics of air pollution and its environmental, health, social and economical effects to better understand and address this problem. Air pollution is a major and global concern, arising for the most part from human activities. They alter the air we breathe and have clear negative effects on our health....
$49
Huella Hídrica: una mirada integral al uso del agua
by Paola Lisette Gordon Luna- 0.0
4 Weeks
Amplía tus conocimientos en el área de sostenibilidad al aprender como utilizar el concepto de huella hídrica para medir tu impacto en el uso del agua. ). Se conoce como huella hídrica al volumen de agua apropiado por el ser humano para su consumo y utilización y que no está disponible para otros usos....
$49
The Health Effects of Climate Change
by Aaron Bernstein , Ashish Jha- 0.0
7 Weeks
Learnhow global warming impacts human health, and the wayswe can diminish those impacts. Our world's climate is changing. Of the top twenty hottest years ever recorded, sixteen have occurred in the last two decades. This warming has already had a profound effect. Many feel powerless in the face of this challenge, but you can make a difference....
$149
Solid Waste Management
by OLC and SURR- 0.0
6 Weeks
Solid waste is one of the most pressing issues of our time. World over, people are generating greater amounts of garbage without much thought. The phrase “out of sight, out of mind” holds true for many of us when it comes to waste issues. SWM also contributes to new sources of energy thus tackling climate change challenges....
$5