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Climate and environment 101
The science of climate change and the state of the environment, from the IPCC and UNEP.
Climate and environment 101
The science of climate change and the state of the environment, from the IPCC and UNEP.
Level
Foundations
Who it is for
Everyone from about age 14: young people, adults, parents and newcomers. No prior knowledge is needed.
Format
Self-paced online, in plain language, with maps, figures, short quizzes and a discussion.
About 6 hours. Hours are an estimate.
What you will be able to do
- Explain the greenhouse effect and how warming is measured.
- Describe what the IPCC is and how it reaches its findings.
- Read a climate or water indicator for a region.
Modules
- Climate science basics. Energy, greenhouse gases and warming.
- How we know. Observations, models and the IPCC.
- Water, land and biodiversity. Pressures on ecosystems.
- Adapting and acting. Adaptation, mitigation and local action.
Assessment
A short check after each module, with feedback. Completion is recorded; it is not an accredited award.
Status
Draft outline for scholarly review. The lessons, readings and questions are in preparation. Completion is recorded; nothing is accredited.
This course is shared by IDCDC and KCO. Course codes: IDCDC-RSK-04 (IDCDC) and KCO-RSK-04 (KCO).