The course Climate Change in the Coming Decades offers a critical examination of the pressing issue of climate change, unravelling its historical context, current global dynamics and future trajectories. As the the world faces an unprecedented ecological challenges; understanding these changes is essential for anyone wishing to make a difference. This course will equip you with the knowledge to analyse the causes and effects of climate change, and the vital role of international policies such as the Paris Agreement. With a growing demand for climate experts in various sectors, your participation will help you develop your skills in adaptation and mitigation strategies, making you a key player in tackling this global crisis. Join us to be part of a transformative journey that not only enriches your understanding but positions you are at the forefront of a vital movement for the future of our planet.
Climate Change in the Coming Decades
This course on Climate Change in the Coming Decades is designed for professionals and graduates in related fields who wish to deepen their understanding of climate change. Participants will explore historical contexts, current global impacts and international policies, as well as strategies for adaptation and mitigation. This programme offers valuable insights for those interested in addressing climate challenges, without requiring advanced expertise.
40 hours
Climate Change
Course objectives
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Analyse the historical context of climate change and its geological implications.
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Assess the current global impacts of climate change on ecosystems and biodiversity.
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Examine the role of international policies in tackling the challenges posed by climate change.
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Identify mechanisms for assessing vulnerability to the effects of climate change.
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Explore adaptation strategies for communities facing climate-related threats.
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Investigate mitigation initiatives aimed at climate change the impacts of change.
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Understand the influence of extreme natural phenomena affecting global populations.
What does it prepare you for?
The course Climate Change in the Coming Decades prepare you to understand the complexities of climate change through historical and contemporary contexts. You will explore the causes and impacts on terrestrial and marine ecosystems, as well as the consequences of global overpopulation and extreme weather events. In addition, you'll gain insights into international policies such as the Paris Agreement and learn about adaptation and mitigation strategies. By the end, you’ll be equipped to contribute to discussions, implement solutions, and advocate for sustainable practices in your professional sphere.
Teaching units
UNIT 1. CLIMATE CHANGE. HISTORICAL CONTEXT
Known climate change
Geological time. Ecological time
Causes of climate change
Terrestrial ecosystems. Loss of biodiversity
Marine ecosystems. Loss of biodiversity
UNIT 2. CLIMATE CHANGE. CURRENT GLOBAL CONTEXT
The effects of climate change and its trajectory
Global overpopulation
Mass extinctions
The ocean and its influence on the global climate
Extreme natural phenomena and their impact on the population
UNIT 3. INTERNATIONAL POLICIES IN THE CONTEXT OF CLIMATE CHANGE
Regulatory frameworks for global climate change
Initiatives under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
The Kyoto Protocol
Paris Agreement
Progress on the climate change negotiation tracks. The role of individual states
UNIT 4. ADAPTATION AND MITIGATION
Citizenship and climate change
Climate change theory as a threat
Mechanisms for assessing vulnerability to climate change
Adaptation to climate change. Mechanisms and initiatives
Climate change mitigation: mechanisms and initiatives