UAE Climate Solutions: Tackle Climate Change
Learn about climate change in UAE, its impacts, and solutions in this 5-week course. Gain knowledge to make a real difference.
Learn about climate change in UAE, its impacts, and solutions in this 5-week course. Gain knowledge to make a real difference.
Dive into the world of climate change with a focus on the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in this comprehensive 5-week course from the University of Edinburgh. Gain essential knowledge and tools to tackle climate change effectively. Explore the science, policy, and business contexts of climate change, from its history to the carbon cycle and greenhouse gases. Discover how UAE's climate has changed, its future projections, and the impacts on human health, agriculture, and the economy. Learn about climate risk mitigation and practical actions to combat the climate crisis. This course equips you with the understanding and skills to make a real difference in addressing one of the greatest threats facing our planet.
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What you'll learn
Understand the basics of climate change and its global impacts
Explore the science behind climate change, including the carbon cycle and greenhouse gases
Learn about climate modeling and future projections for the UAE
Understand climate risk management, mitigation, and adaptation strategies
Discover the UAE's approach to climate change and its commitments
Explore global climate solutions and key players in addressing climate change
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
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10 assignments
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive overview of climate change with a specific focus on the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Students will explore the fundamentals of climate science, including the carbon cycle and greenhouse gases, and learn how to study climate change using various methods. The course delves into the specific impacts of climate change on the UAE, examining how the country's climate has changed and what future projections indicate. Participants will gain insights into climate risk management, mitigation strategies, and adaptation techniques. The course also covers global climate solutions, the role of key players in addressing climate change, and ways individuals can take action and inspire others to join the fight against the climate crisis. Through a combination of scientific understanding, policy analysis, and practical application, students will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to make a meaningful contribution to tackling climate change in the UAE context.
Introduction to Climate Change
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Climate Science
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Climate Change Impacts
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Managing Climate Risk
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Global Climate Solutions
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
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Instructors
Leading Expert in Climate Change and Carbon Management at the University of Edinburgh
Dave Reay is a Professor of Carbon Management & Education at the University of Edinburgh, where he has dedicated over 25 years to addressing climate change. He directs the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute and has conducted research in diverse environments, from the Southern Ocean to Scottish wetlands. With over 150 publications, including research articles and books on climate change, he has also created the award-winning Masters in Carbon Management program. In addition, Reay advises both the UK and Scottish Governments on climate change action.
Climate Change Researcher and Educator
Dr. Erika Warnatzsch Thompson is a climate change researcher and educator at the University of Edinburgh, where she focuses on developing climate solutions in collaboration with businesses, policymakers, communities, and individuals globally. Her expertise is reflected in her courses, including Climate Solutions: Mexico and Climate Solutions: UAE, which aim to educate participants on the impacts of climate change and actionable strategies for mitigation. With a strong commitment to sustainability education, Dr. Warnatzsch engages learners in understanding the complexities of climate issues and encourages proactive involvement in climate action. Her work not only contributes to academic discourse but also fosters practical solutions to one of the most pressing challenges of our time.
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