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Climate Change and Sustainable Consumption

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Digital Skills

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Duration

25h

PRESENTATION

The Course: Climate Change and Sustainable Consumption is a a unique opportunity to understand and address one of the most pressing challenges of our time. In a context where the Climate change is reshaping our lives, this course provides you with tools for making informed and responsible decisions. You'll learn about the Evidence of climate change and its impact on the planet, as well as the principles of responsible and sustainable consumption. In light of the growing demand for workers in the sustainability sector, you'll get Key skills for contributing to the circular economy and waste reduction

Objectives

  • Understanding the climate change and its impact on the global climate system.

  • Analyze current evidence and the historical evolution of climate change.

  • Assess the role of the IPCC in the fight against climate change.

  • Identify how the consumption affects the environment and sustainability.

  • Apply principles of responsible consumption to reduce the ecological footprint.

  • Explore strategies for sustainable food and energy.

  • Promote trends in responsible consumption among younger generations.

Syllabus

TEACHING UNIT 1. FUNDAMENTALS OF CLIMATE CHANGE 1. What Is Climate Change? 2. The Climate System 3. Evidence of Current Climate Change 4. Earth’s Climate History 5. The Role of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) TEACHING UNIT 2. CONSUMPTION AND SUSTAINABILITY 1. Consumption as a factor contributing to environmental pressure 2. Principles of responsible and sustainable consumption 3. The consumer’s ecological, water, and carbon footprints 4. Circular Economy and Waste Reduction 5. The Consumer’s Role in the Transition to Sustainability TEACHING UNIT 3. STRATEGIES FOR SUSTAINABLE CONSUMPTION 1. Sustainable Food: Local and Seasonal Production 2. Responsible Energy and Mobility in Everyday Life 3. Sustainable textiles and fashion: challenges and opportunities 4. Green purchasing and eco-labels as decision-making tools 5. Best practices for consumption at home and in the community TEACHING UNIT 4. CHALLENGES AND FUTURE PROSPECTS 1. Adapting to Climate Change Through Responsible Consumption 2. Innovation and Sustainable Technologies for Consumers 3. Education and Public Awareness Regarding Climate Change 4. New Consumption Trends Among Younger Generations 5. Governance, International Cooperation, and the Role of Civil Society
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