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Climate Solutions
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 7 hours
  • Course by The University of Edinburgh
  • Offered by

About

This short course has been designed by award-winning climate change experts and passionate educators to give you an insight into the greatest challenge of our era. Through completing the course, you'll gain a deeper understanding of core climate concepts such as mitigation, adaptation, climate justice, carbon footprinting, net zero and solutions frameworks. We'll look at some of the key players in crafting solutions, such as governments, big business – and you! You’ll uncover your own potential to create a positive impact and be equipped with practical, actionable steps to address the Climate Crisis head on. Join our global community of change-makers who are committed to forging a brighter, greener future for everyone.

Modules

Introduction to Module 1

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Warm-up Quiz

1 Videos

  • Welcome to Climate Solutions!

1 Readings

  • Get Started

What Is Climate Change?

    • 2 Readings
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2 Readings

  • Climate Change as a Game of Tetris
  • Does Everyone Agree?

Sustainable Development and Climate Change

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • From T-shirt to Greenhouse Gas

2 Readings

  • Sustainable Development
  • The Lifecycle of a T-shirt

The Impacts of Climate Change

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Climate Impacts on Human Health
  • Climate Impacts on the Global Economy

2 Readings

  • Drivers, Changes and Impacts
  • Climate Impacts on Natural Systems

Climate Justice

    • 3 Readings
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3 Readings

  • Who Is Affected by Climate Change?
  • Climate Justice Explained
  • Four Imperatives for Action

Mitigation and Adaptation

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • How Do We Mitigate and Adapt?

1 Readings

  • Changing Temperature in Your Hometown

Module 1 Quiz

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Test Your Knowledge

Introduction to Module 2

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Warm-up Quiz

1 Videos

  • Welcome to Module 2!

1 Readings

  • Take a Moment to Reflect

The Carbon Cycle

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • A Closer Look at the Carbon Cycle

1 Readings

  • Is Climate Change Natural?

What's Changed?

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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2 Videos

  • How Much Have Things Changed?
  • Greenhouse Gases (GHGs)

2 Readings

  • Climate History Through Ice
  • Carbon Dioxide Emissions on the Rise

Two Key Principles

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
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  • 1.5 Degrees Celsius

3 Readings

  • The Difference between 1.5°C and 2°C
  • Net Zero
  • The Carbon Budget

Module 2 Quiz

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Test Your Knowledge

Introduction to Module 3

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Warm-up Quiz

1 Videos

  • Welcome to Module 3!

Who Shapes Solutions?

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Who Are the Key Players?

2 Readings

  • How Can Young People Help?
  • How Can We Respond?

Solutions Frameworks

    • 2 Videos
    • 4 Readings
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2 Videos

  • The Hierarchy of Responses
  • Drawdown in Practice

4 Readings

  • Stabilisation Wedges
  • Wedges Case Study: Agriculture
  • Project Drawdown
  • Choose a Climate Solution

Match-fit for Climate Change

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • How Can We Adapt?

2 Readings

  • Adapting to Climate Risks
  • Climate Adaptation Game

Module 3 Quiz

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Test Your Knowledge

Introduction to Module 4

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Warm-up Quiz

1 Videos

  • Welcome to Module 4!

Policies and Agreements

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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  • International Climate Policies and Agreements

1 Readings

  • Climate Action Tracker

Sustainable Development Goals

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • National Climate Policy

2 Readings

  • A Call for Action
  • Mission 1.5° Game

Community Climate Solutions

    • 3 Readings
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3 Readings

  • Climate Strikes
  • Get Involved and Inspire Others
  • What's the Cost?

Module 4 Quiz

    • 1 Assignment
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  • Test Your Knowledge

Introduction to Module 5

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Warm-up Quiz

1 Videos

  • Welcome to Module 5!

Carbon Footprinting

    • 3 Readings
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3 Readings

  • What's Your Food Footprint?
  • Quiz: Guess the Food Footprint
  • Calculate Your Carbon Footprint

Your Actions

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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2 Videos

  • How to Reduce Your Footprint
  • Do Nation: How to Make a Pledge

1 Readings

  • Facts and Values

Module 5 Quiz

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Test Your Knowledge

Course Summary

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • 7 Key Climate Messages

1 Readings

  • Congratulations!

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"Climate Solutions" is a foundational course in Science & Engineering offered by Coursera. Designed by climate change experts, it delves into key climate concepts like mitigation, adaptation, and net zero. Over 420 minutes, learners will explore the roles of governments, businesses, and individuals in addressing the climate crisis. Ideal for those passionate about creating a greener future, the course offers practical steps to make a positive impact. Join a global community of change-makers and start your journey towards climate action with our starter subscription.

Dave Reay
Instructors

Dave Reay

Galina Toteva
Instructors

Galina Toteva

Dr Mike Robinson
Instructors

Dr Mike Robinson