SDG 15: Land Courses and Certifications

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

The Age of Sustainable Development

13 reviews

The Age of Sustainable Development" gives students an understanding of the key challenges and pathways to sustainable development - that is, economic development that is also socially inclusive and environmentally sustainable.

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

Introduction to Sustainability

15 reviews

This course introduces the academic approach of Sustainability and explores how today’s human societies can endure in the face of global change, ecosystem degradation and resource limitations.

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

Introduction to solar cells

10 reviews

Explore solar cell fundamentals, history, types, and emerging technologies. Gain practical insights through virtual exercises and expert interviews for a comprehensive understanding of this green energy source.

• Coursera
• 23 hours 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The Health Effects of Climate Change

9 reviews

Learn how global warming impacts human health, and the ways we can diminish those impacts.

• edX
• 7 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Age of Sustainable Development

10 reviews

Learn the basics of sustainable development -- what it is, why it's important and how we can achieve it.

• edX
• 14 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science

The Science Advisory Toolbox for Environmental Management

12 reviews

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.

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

Global Environmental Management

5 reviews

Explore global environmental trends, management systems, and sustainable technologies for water, waste, and soil. Gain insights into effective approaches for a sustainable future.

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

Tropical coastal ecosystems

7 reviews

Take the challenge and understand problems and solutions to managing tropical coastal ecosystems.

• edX
• 9 weeks, 4-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Global Warming I: The Science and Modeling of Climate Change

8 reviews

Explore the science of global warming, from basic physics to climate models, greenhouse gases, and potential impacts. Gain insights into Earth's climate system and human influence on it.

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

Greening the Economy: Lessons from Scandinavia

7 reviews

This course will explore greening the economy on four levels – individual, business, city, and nation. We will look at the relationships between these levels and give many practical examples of the complexities and solutions across the levels.

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

Renewable Energy and Green Building Entrepreneurship

2868 ratings at Coursera

Welcome to the course where you learn to launch a new business in the energy, finance, real estate, design, engineering, or environmental sectors, while also helping you create positive environmental and human health impacts around the world.

• Coursera
• 17 hours 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Solar Energy Basics

2590 ratings at Coursera

Explore solar energy fundamentals, from panel components to system design. Learn to calculate energy needs, compare pricing models, and understand regulatory considerations for grid-tied systems.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Planetary Boundaries

5 reviews

Can our planet continue to support the current scope of human activity?

• edX
• 8 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Exploring Renewable Energy Schemes

660 ratings at Coursera

Explore off-grid renewable energy systems, focusing on photovoltaic, wind, and hydroelectric technologies. Learn key components, scientific principles, safety considerations, and practical design skills for small-scale implementations.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course