The Course: Cities and Energy. Sustainable Transformation across economic sectors presents a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the exciting world of urban sustainability. Currently, the Cities face the challenge of transforming themselves into more efficient and environmentally friendly environments. Demand for professionals trained in the sustainable management of natural resources and in the identification and management of risks in the industrial and service sectors is booming. Through this course, you will gain key skills to drive sustainable transport and the transformation of cities. This knowledge will position you as an agent of change in a growing sector, where innovation and sustainability are key. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of the green and efficient future of our cities.
Cities and energy. Sustainable transformation of economic sectors
This course is aimed at professionals and graduates in the urban and energy sectors who wish to expand their knowledge of urban transformation and management, sustainable transport, and the identification and management of risks in the industrial and service sectors. It is ideal for those interested in the efficient use of natural resources in urban environments.
40 hours
Environment
Course objectives
- Understanding urban transformation and its sustainable management.
- To analyse the impact of sustainable transport on cities.
- Identify risks in the industrial and service sectors.
- To assess the management of natural resources in urban environments.
- Implement sustainable strategies in urban economic sectors.
- Develop skills in urban risk management.
- Propose innovative solutions for sustainable cities.
What does it prepare you for?
This course equips you to analyse and manage the sustainable transformation of cities, with a focus on sustainable transport and natural resource management. You will learn to identify and mitigate risks in the industrial and service sectors, whilst promoting environmentally friendly practices. You will develop the skills to implement strategies that optimise the use of resources, thereby contributing to a more sustainable and resilient urban environment.
Teaching units
TEACHING UNIT 1. CONTEMPORARY CITIES: TRANSFORMATION AND MANAGEMENT
Cities today. Resource consumption
Residential sector
Critical infrastructure
Technology integration. IoT. Smart buildings and cities
Architecture and the use of renewable energy
TEACHING UNIT 2. SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT
The state of transport and its associated risks
Communications, infrastructure and public transport
Transport of dangerous goods
Intermodal transport
Pollution and risk management in transport
TEACHING UNIT 3. THE INDUSTRIAL AND SERVICE SECTORS. RISK IDENTIFICATION AND MANAGEMENT
The state of the industrial sector and its transformation
The state of the services sector and its transformation
Sectoral disaster risk management. Health and food security
Energy generation and energy use. Innovation and research
Need for professionals. Innovation and research
TEACHING UNIT 4. NATURAL RESOURCES IN CITIES AND THEIR ASSOCIATED RISKS
Water in cities
Transport and water treatment infrastructure
Marine areas. Risk and energy potential
Volcanoes, earthquakes, extreme weather events, floods, droughts. Risks and management
Innovation in research on disaster risk management