Environmental Science Courses and Certifications

Jane Goodall Teaches Conservation

Dr. Jane Goodall teaches how you can conserve the environment. She also shares her research on the behavioral patterns of chimpanzees and what they taught her about conservation.

• MasterClass
• 5 hours 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries

36 reviews

This course challenges you to consider how one might lift societies out of poverty while also mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. We explore the inherent complexity of developing country governments wanting to grow their economies in a climate friendly…

• Coursera
• 17 hours 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Water Resources Management and Policy

1281 ratings at Coursera

Water management today is faced with new challenges such as climate change or the effects of human activity. Public and private stakeholders who are active in this field must develop new ways to better manage the water cycle "as a whole".

• Coursera
• 10 hours 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Air Pollution – a Global Threat to our Health

1486 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
• Paid Course

Sustainable Food Production Through Livestock Health Management

631 ratings at Coursera

Explore sustainable livestock production through disease management, integrating animal health, consumer needs, and economic realities. Develop problem-solving skills to advance food security and agricultural competitiveness.

• Coursera
• 19 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Experimentation for Improvement

930 ratings at Coursera

Learn efficient experimentation techniques to optimize systems using multiple variables. Gain practical skills for planning and analyzing experiments in various fields, using simple tools and free software.

• Coursera
• 16 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Introduction to Faecal Sludge Management

676 ratings at Coursera

Explore sustainable faecal sludge management, covering engineering fundamentals, integrated planning, stakeholder involvement, and innovative technologies for city-wide sanitation solutions.

• Coursera
• 21 hours 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Electric Utilities Fundamentals and Future

741 ratings at Coursera

Explore the electric utility industry's evolution, structure, and future. Gain insights into grid fundamentals, pricing, technological advancements, and regulatory challenges shaping the sector's rapid transformation.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

West Virginia University

Wood Science: Beyond Building

785 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
• Paid Course

Frontiers of Science: Climate & Us

22 reviews

Explore Earth's climate system, from astronomical factors to greenhouse gases, using scientific tools to analyze past, present, and future climate trends, and understand human impact on global warming.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 1-2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Tropical Forest Landscapes 101: Conservation & Restoration

178 ratings at Coursera

Explore conservation and restoration of tropical forests, covering ecology, social aspects, strategies, and funding. Learn to address environmental challenges while supporting ecosystems and communities.

• Coursera
• 21 hours 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Journey Conversations: Weaving Knowledge and Action

164 ratings at Coursera

Explore the interconnectedness of science, humanities, and environmentalism through interviews with experts, deepening understanding of evolution and fostering practices for a flourishing Earth community.

• Coursera
• 1 day 15 hours 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Natural Attenuation of Groundwater Contaminants: New Paradigms, Technologies, and Applications

510 ratings at Coursera

Explore groundwater contaminant attenuation processes, technologies, and applications. Learn about biodegradation, abiotic degradation, storage mechanisms, and monitoring techniques for effective implementation of Monitored Natural Attenuation.

• Coursera
• 1 day 3 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The Effect of Fires on People, Property and the Environment

579 ratings at Coursera

Explore fire's impact on society and nature, learn about fire safety solutions, and understand the role of fire protection engineering in mitigating risks and losses.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Global Postharvest Loss Prevention: Fundamentals, Technologies, and Actors

178 ratings at Coursera

Explore postharvest loss prevention in grains, covering supply chain activities, economics, and global stakeholders. Learn strategies to enhance food security and sustainability worldwide.

• Coursera
• 13 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course