Overview
This course focuses on the urgency of decarbonizing the global economy to combat climate change. The learning outcomes include understanding the importance of acting globally and swiftly to reduce emissions, exploring promising energy solutions worldwide, and learning about the Countdown initiative's goal to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The course teaches about the technology and policies needed for decarbonization and electrification. The teaching method involves a conversation between sustainability leaders discussing real-world examples and solutions. The intended audience includes individuals interested in climate change, sustainability, energy solutions, and global environmental challenges.
Syllabus
Intro
Climate change is a wicked problem
The shortcut to a zero carbon economy
Do we have the technology
Other national projects
Policy
Follow the times
Continuous improvement
Who controls the future
How to electrify the grid
Taught by
TED