Best Free Sci: Environment Courses & MOOCs

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National Oceanography Centre

Ocean Science in Action: Addressing Marine Ecosystems and Food Security in the Western Indian Ocean (FutureLearn)

Engineering Sci: Environment

Embark on a fascinating journey into the depths of the ocean with 'Ocean Science in Action'. This course, offered by FutureLearn, will equip you with the knowledge to understand how we can protect and sustainably manage marine ecosystems, particularly focusing on the Western Indian Ocean. Discover cutting-edge technologies that are revolutionizing our approach to food security and ocean conservation.

Nov 1st 2021

4 Weeks

Climate Change Food Security Ocean

FutureLearn

EIT Climate-KIC

Real Climate Action: How to Engage People in Climate Change (FutureLearn)

Social Sciences Sci: Environment

Are you passionate about tackling climate change but unsure how to effectively engage others? This online course, 'Real Climate Action: How to Engage People in Climate Change', offers a comprehensive guide on how to communicate and motivate people to take meaningful action against global warming. Over four weeks, you'll learn proven strategies to inspire climate action and foster behavior change.

Nov 1st 2021

5-12 Weeks

Climate Change Climate Action Quadrants of Engagement

FutureLearn

University of Michigan

Sustainable Food Teach-Out (FutureLearn)

Sci: Environment

Embark on an enlightening journey into the world of sustainable eating with our 'Sustainable Food Teach-Out' course. Discover how your dietary choices can significantly influence greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to a healthier planet. This course is designed for those eager to understand the connection between food, climate change, and sustainability.

Nov 1st 2021

2 Weeks

Sustainability Food Climate Change

FutureLearn

Central Queensland University

A Beginner's Guide to Environmental Science: Wicked Problems and Possible Solutions (FutureLearn)

Sci: Environment

Embark on an enlightening journey into the world of environmental science with our beginner's guide. This online course will equip you with the knowledge needed to understand and address some of today’s most pressing environmental challenges. Explore 'wicked problems' and learn about effective strategies in environmental management that can lead to a healthier planet.

Nov 1st 2021

4 Weeks

Nature Based Metropolitan Solutions (edX)

EdX

Wageningen University,Delft University of Technology,DelftX,WageningenX

Nature Based Metropolitan Solutions (edX)

Architecture & Design

Explore the transformative power of integrating natural processes into urban planning with 'Nature Based Metropolitan Solutions.' This course, offered by edX, delves into how nature-based solutions (NBS) can significantly enhance metropolitan areas, improving quality of life, public health, and environmental sustainability. Discover strategies for implementing NBS in your city and learn to appreciate the invaluable contributions ecosystems can make to urban living.

Oct 27th 2021

5-12 Weeks

Environment Urban Environment Metropolitan

FutureLearn

Luleå University of Technology

Snow: What It Is and Why It Matters (FutureLearn)

Sci: Environment

Dive into the science behind snow with 'Snow: What It Is and Why It Matters'. This FutureLearn course, led by Swedish cold weather experts, unravels the mysteries of snow – how it forms, its different types, and why understanding snow is crucial for managing its effects on our daily lives.

Oct 25th 2021

2 Weeks

Science Environment Snow

NECTAR : Nématodes Cultures Taxonomie Arthropodes (FUN)

FUN

Montpellier SupAgro

NECTAR : Nématodes Cultures Taxonomie Arthropodes (FUN)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Sci: Environment

Plongez dans le monde fascinant de la taxonomie avec notre cours NECTAR, dédié aux nématodes et aux arthropodes en agriculture. Découvrez les bases nécessaires pour identifier, classer et comprendre ces organismes clés pour la préservation de la biodiversité agricole.

Oct 15th 2021

5-12 Weeks

Agriculture Biodiversity Taxonomy

Entreprendre dans l'économie circulaire (FUN)

FUN

Phenix

Entreprendre dans l'économie circulaire (FUN)

Economics & Finance Sci: Environment

Dans cet online course, vous apprendrez à utiliser l'économie circulaire comme outil d'innovation pour votre entreprise. Découvrez comment réduire vos déchets, optimiser les ressources et créer une valeur durable tout en respectant l'environnement.

Oct 15th 2021

4 Weeks

Entrepreneurship Environment Recycling

FutureLearn

University of East Anglia

Environmental Justice (FutureLearn)

Social Sciences Sci: Environment

Dive into the heart of environmental challenges with our Environmental Justice course on FutureLearn. Explore how climate change, biodiversity loss, and deforestation disproportionately affect different populations around the globe, and uncover pathways to achieving a more just and sustainable world. This course will equip you with the knowledge to understand and address the complex interplay between environment and social justice.

Oct 11th 2021

5-12 Weeks

Environment Climate Change Environmental Law