Skills you'll gain

There are 4 modules in this course

In this course we will explore the science behind the 1.5°C goal, as well as useful local governance and technical tools to help cities align to it. This course will highlight the importance of renewable energy together with energy efficiency considerations. We will also look at the importance of cities’ physical layout and its relationship to energy systems, in particular, the role of integrated urban planning and transport planning to support more sustainable energy solutions. Throughout this course, learners will be introduced to city climate solutions, matched by successful city case studies. This course is primarily aimed at undergraduate and graduate students as well as practitioners in the public and private domains.

Module 2: Urban Planning & Policy: Getting this right for climate & people

Module 3: Renewable Energy in cities - Renewable Energy Solutions are crucial for cities to meet the 1.5°C target

Module 4: Energy Efficiency in cities

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