Environmental Advocacy Courses and Certifications

Framing Change: Toy Photography for Environmental Advocacy

Discover how toy photography can be a powerful tool for environmental advocacy, inspiring a unique perspective on wildlife conservation and sustainability.

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

University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science

Storytelling with Data using Socio-environmental Report Cards

22 reviews

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 sustainabilit…

• edX
• 5 weeks, 5-8 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Environmental Project Management: Stakeholder Outreach

11 reviews

Improve environmental project communication through storytelling, data visualization, and stakeholder engagement techniques. Enhance presentation skills and motivate communities to address complex environmental issues.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The Aspen Institute

Americans and Climate Change - Effective Communication Strategies

Interactive talk on effective climate change messaging, exploring verbal and visual strategies to mobilize action across political divides and generate meaningful movement among American voters.

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

Why We Should Think of Nature as Our Immigrant Mother

Exploring the parallels between immigrant mothers and Mother Earth, emphasizing healing relationships and recognizing invisible labor to foster environmental stewardship and personal growth.

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

London School of Economics and Political Science

Politics and Policy of Climate Change and Sustainability

Explore political challenges and policy strategies driving climate action and sustainability transitions through global perspectives and environmental governance analysis.

• GetSmarter
• 6 weeks, 7 hours a week
• 11th Mar, 2026
• Paid Course

University of Alberta;  UiT The Arctic University of Norway

Arctic Peoples and Cultures

51 ratings at Coursera

Explore Arctic peoples, cultures, and challenges through diverse perspectives. Gain insights into indigenous communities, climate change impacts, and sustainable development in the circumpolar region.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Coursera

ArcGIS for Beginners: Mapping Urban Green Spaces

13 ratings at Coursera

Learn to visualize urban green spaces using ArcGIS. Master table joins, import geospatial data, and create impactful maps for environmental advocacy and urban planning.

• Coursera
• 1 hour 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Cinematic Storytelling - The Heart vs. The Head

Emmy-winning filmmaker Paul Atkins explores the power of emotional storytelling in cinema, drawing from his experiences documenting wildlife and cultures worldwide, with a focus on Hawaii's ecological preservation.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED-Ed

Averting the Climate Crisis

Discover 15 actionable ways to combat climate change, from personal choices to community involvement, presented with humor and insight by environmental advocate Al Gore.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

A Faster Way to Get to a Clean Energy Future

Technologist Ramez Naam discusses overcoming obstacles to renewable energy adoption, emphasizing the need for rapid infrastructure development to create a reliable, sustainable energy grid and accelerate the transition to clean energy.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Who is Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?

Regina Mossotti explores how cultural depictions of wolves impact conservation efforts, revealing innovative techniques to save endangered species and reshape our connection to wildlife and wild spaces.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED-Ed

The Economic Injustice of Plastic

Van Jones explores the social justice implications of plastic pollution, highlighting its disproportionate impact on disadvantaged communities and proposing solutions for a more sustainable future.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

What It Takes to Create Social Change Against All Odds - TED

Renowned consumer advocate Ralph Nader shares insights on effective social change, drawing from decades of experience in environmental and consumer rights activism.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Aspen Institute

Climate Solutions and Priorities - Opening Session of Aspen Ideas Climate

Climate experts discuss urgent action, emissions goals, and solutions. Leaders share insights on cutting methane, saving the planet, and Congress' climate priorities. Featuring Al Roker, Nancy Pelosi, and other prominent figures.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video