Best Free Sci: Environment Courses & MOOCs

FUN

Université Clermont Auvergne

Strong sustainability and Europe (FUN)

Sci: Environment

Explore the concept of strong sustainability and its critical role in shaping Europe's development trajectory with this comprehensive online course. Delve into key areas such as energy, climate change, biodiversity conservation, sustainable food systems, green mobility solutions, responsible agriculture practices, management of natural resources, and the importance of education for fostering a sustainable future.

Sep 12th 2022

5-12 Weeks

Sustainability Food Education

FutureLearn

The Hopenclass,The Revival

Upcycling and the Circular Economy: Ghanaian Creative Solutions to Global Textile Waste (FutureLearn)

Sci: Environment

Join this two-week online course to delve into the environmental impact of fast fashion and discover innovative solutions from Ghanaian creatives. Explore upcycling techniques and learn how to create localised solutions to textile waste challenges. Become part of a global movement towards a more sustainable future with THE REVIVAL collective.

Aug 29th 2022

2 Weeks

Fashion Circular Economy Ethnography

Coursera

Saint Petersburg State University

Environmental Safety (Coursera)

Engineering Sci: Environment

Embark on a journey towards understanding the critical role of environmental safety in our world's energy production with Environmental Safety, an insightful Coursera course. Delve into the complexities surrounding sustainable energy, learn about the challenges posed by pollution and resource depletion, and explore innovative solutions that promise a cleaner, more sustainable future.

Aug 1st 2022

5-12 Weeks

Energy Environmental Safety

Coursera

Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University

Renewable Energy: Resources and Technologies (Coursera)

Sci: Environment

Dive into the world of sustainable energy with our 'Renewable Energy: Resources and Technologies' course. Explore the basics of renewable resources, their potential, and modern technologies used to harness solar, wind, and hydropower. Gain insights into how these systems operate within power supply networks for various consumer types.

Aug 1st 2022

5-12 Weeks

Renewable Energy Solar Energy Wind Energy

EdX

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University,HKPolyUx

Playing with Fire! (edX)

Health & Society Sci: Environment

Dive into the fascinating realm of fire hazards with 'Playing with Fire!', a comprehensive online course offered by edX. Explore fundamental concepts in fire science, understand how professionals manage and suppress fires, and uncover intriguing facts like why candle flames have their unique shapes. This course is perfect for anyone curious about safety, emergency management, or simply fascinated by the science of fire.

Aug 1st 2022

5-12 Weeks

Fire Fire Safety Fire Prevention

FutureLearn

University of Cape Town

Extinctions: Past and Present (FutureLearn)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences Sci: Energy & Earth Sciences

Dive into the fascinating world of Extinctions: Past and Present, an online course that unravels the mysteries behind five catastrophic events that reshaped life on Earth. Discover how these ancient extinctions have influenced today's biodiversity crisis and what we can do to prevent a sixth mass extinction event. This free course is perfect for nature enthusiasts, scientists, and anyone concerned about our planet's future.

Jul 25th 2022

5-12 Weeks

Earth Biodiversity Extinctions

Coursera

Novosibirsk State University

Seismic tomography: look inside the Earth (Coursera)

Sci: Physical & Earth Sciences Sci: Environment

Dive into the fascinating world of seismology with 'Seismic Tomography: Look Inside the Earth'. This course unravels the mysteries beneath our planet’s surface by exploring seismic waves, earthquakes, and the revolutionary method of seismic tomography. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced geologist, this course offers accessible insights and practical applications.

Jul 18th 2022

4 Weeks

Earth Volcanoes Environmental Science

FutureLearn

Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology,Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology - NMIT

Sustainability in the New Zealand Wine Industry (FutureLearn)

Management & Leadership Sci: Environment

Discover how New Zealand is leading the way in sustainable winemaking on this FutureLearn course. Delve into the principles of kaitiakitanga, understand sustainability certifications like Tohu, and explore the innovative practices that define environmentally friendly wine production in one of the world’s premier wine regions.

Jun 27th 2022

4 Weeks

Sustainability New Zealand Wine

FutureLearn

Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology,Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology - NMIT

EAL: English Language for Nature Conservation and Sustainability (FutureLearn)

Languages & Literature Sci: Environment

Enhance your English proficiency with this specialized online course designed to equip learners with the language skills necessary for discussing nature conservation and sustainability. This four-week program, offered by the Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology, is perfect for those aiming to excel in academic English exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, and NZCEL. Explore New Zealand's natural wonders while improving your reading, listening, writing, and speaking abilities.

Jun 27th 2022

4 Weeks

Sustainability English Reading