Free Online Climate Adaptation Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of Colorado Boulder

How Do We Manage Climate Change? (Coursera)

Engineering Sci: Physics

Explore the critical actions needed to address climate change with our online course 'How Do We Manage Climate Change?'. Gain insights into mitigation efforts like reducing emissions and enhancing carbon sinks, as well as adaptation strategies for preparing against climate impacts. Learn from experts about technologies, programs, and policies that are shaping the fight against global warming.

Jun 1st 2026

3 Weeks

Sustainability Climate Change Pollutant Emissions

Coursera

University of Colorado Boulder

Planning with Climate Change in Mind (Coursera)

Engineering Sci: Physics

Explore the critical effects of climate change on regions within the U.S., from water resources to health, with this insightful online course. Gain a sectoral understanding of potential impacts and learn practical ways to apply this knowledge for effective planning and climate action in your community or workplace.

Jun 1st 2026

3 Weeks

Planning Sustainability Mind

Coursera

University of Edinburgh

Climate Solutions (Coursera)

Sci: Environment

Dive into the world's most pressing issue with 'Climate Solutions' – a short, insightful course designed by leading climate change specialists. Explore key concepts like mitigation, adaptation, and the path to net zero emissions. Equip yourself with the knowledge needed to contribute to a sustainable future.

May 25th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Environment Climate Change Climate Mitigation

Cities and Climate Change: Mitigation and Adaptation (edX)

EdX

MIT,MITx

Cities and Climate Change: Mitigation and Adaptation (edX)

Sci: Environment

Dive into the critical relationship between cities and climate change in this comprehensive online course offered by edX. Gain insights from experts in urban planning, environmental science, and sustainability as you learn to develop effective mitigation and adaptation strategies for your city. This course is designed for professionals, students, and anyone passionate about creating resilient communities that can withstand and recover from the impacts of climate change.

Jun 6th 2023

5-12 Weeks

Cities Climate Change Urban Planning

Coursera

Yale University

Climate Adaptation for Human Health (Coursera)

Health & Society

Explore the critical link between climate change and human health in this insightful online course. Gain essential knowledge on why adapting to a changing climate is crucial for safeguarding public health, and learn actionable steps to implement effective adaptation measures in your community.

Jun 13th 2022

4 Weeks

Human Health Adaptation Health Equity

FutureLearn

University of Groningen,Global Center on Adaptation

Making Climate Adaptation Happen: Governing Transformation Strategies for Climate Change (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Sci: Environment

Explore the critical role of adaptive governance in managing and planning for unexpected environmental shifts caused by climate change. This course will equip you with the necessary knowledge and tools to develop effective strategies for adapting to our changing world.

Mar 7th 2022

4 Weeks

Environment Climate Change Climate Science

Macroeconomics of Climate Change: Economics of Adaptation (edX)

EdX

International Monetary Fund - IMF,IMFx

Macroeconomics of Climate Change: Economics of Adaptation (edX)

Economics & Finance

Dive into the Macroeconomics of Climate Change: Economics of Adaptation course, a part of the six-part series by the IMF's Institute for Capacity Development. This course focuses on understanding adaptation measures, including policy frameworks and strategies that help economies become more resilient to climate change effects.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Macroeconomics Climate Change Adaptation