Sustainability Courses for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Lund University

Greening the Economy: Sustainable Cities

53 reviews

This course explores sustainable cities as engines for greening the economy in Europe and around the world. We place cities in the context of sustainable urban transformation and climate change. We connect the key trends of urbanization, decarbonisation…

• Coursera
• 9 hours 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

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Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

Introduction to solar cells

10 reviews

Explore the workings of solar cells in this 5-week course by DTU. Learn about their history, efficiency, types, and emerging technologies. Ideal for green tech enthusiasts and career seekers.

• Coursera
• 23 hours 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Age of Sustainable Development

14 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
• Free Online Course (Audit)

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)

Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries

35 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
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Our Energy Future

7 reviews

Learn about energy production, utilization, and sustainability from multiple perspectives. Explore the link between energy and food, environmental impacts, and the importance of sustainable methods. Offered by UC San Diego. 9 weeks long.

• Coursera
• 37 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Age of Sustainable Development

8 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)

Introduction to Sustainability

16 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
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Photovoltaic solar energy

453 ratings at Coursera

Explore photovoltaic solar energy with École Polytechnique's 3-week course. Learn about PV applications, technologies, system integration, environmental impacts, and industry economics.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

University of Manchester

Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems

8 reviews

Our course explores what can be done to solve the complex problem that half a billion people worldwide do not have improved water supplies and two billion do not have improved sanitation.

• Coursera
• 26 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

One Planet, One Ocean

10 ratings at edX

A holistic view of how the ocean functions, how human interactions with the ocean can be understood, and what solutions are available to support both sustainable use and stewardship of our blue planet.

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

Climate Action: Solutions for a Changing Planet

5 ratings at edX

Learn to combat climate change with this 10-week course from SDG Academy. Gain insights from top researchers and implement solutions for a sustainable future. Suitable for students and professionals.

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

Environmental Protection and Sustainability

13 ratings at edX

Uncover better solutions to help manage a wide range of environmental problems and challenges facing our world today.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 3-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

University of Copenhagen

The Sustainable Development Goals – A global, transdisciplinary vision for the future

4343 ratings at Coursera

Explore the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in this 3-week course by the University of Copenhagen. Gain insights on sustainability, progress measurement, and global climate action.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Driving business towards the Sustainable Development Goals

1316 ratings at Coursera

Explore how businesses can contribute to sustainable development in this 7-week course by Erasmus University Rotterdam. Gain insights from industry leaders and develop strategies for positive change.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)