University of Glasgow - Climate and Energy: An Interdisciplinary Perspective

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Climate and Energy: An Interdisciplinary Perspective
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Overview

Explore climate change issues from an interdisciplinary perspective to find innovative solutions for a better future.

Duration	4 weeks
Total fee	₹2,763
Mode of learning	Online
Credential	Certificate

Climate and Energy: An Interdisciplinary Perspective
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Highlights

Earn certificate from University of glasgow

Climate and Energy: An Interdisciplinary Perspective
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Course details

Skills you will learn

Communication skills Renewable Energy

More about this course

On this four-week course, learners will join educators from ten universities on a virtual field trip to a remote Swedish island to gain perspectives on climate and energy from a multitude of disciplines
Learners will study the climate of the past, the state of the climate, and climate change solutions
With this walkthrough learners will understand not only what we know about climate change, but where this knowledge comes from
The second part of the course considers the state of the climate, the wicked nature of its associated problems, and the call for interdisciplinary solutions
Learners will explore key topics, such as the carbon cycle, and gain an understanding of climate terminology to help enhance their communication skills
Learners will unpack an interdisciplinary perspective on energy solutions, considering both opportunities and drawbacks
Through case studies learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of the environmental impacts of different energy sources
With this knowledge learners will discover how it is essential to collaborate with specialists of other disciplines working on climate and energy
Learners will explore international climate law and policy as well as solutions such as marine protected areas and counting carbon
This will help students understand whether the challenges of climate change are being addressed effectively
By the end of the course learners will have the knowledge and skills to take a collaborative approach to climate change for more effective action