Sustainable Development

Sustainable Development is a comprehensive approach to growth that balances economic progress, environmental protection, and social well-being to meet present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own. Coursera's Sustainable Development catalogue teaches you the fundamental principles and practices of creating a more sustainable world, including concepts like resource management, social equity, and environmental conservation. You'll learn to analyze complex sustainability challenges, develop innovative solutions, implement sustainable strategies in various sectors, and measure the impact of sustainability initiatives. Mastering this skill empowers you to contribute to global efforts in addressing critical issues such as climate change, poverty reduction, and biodiversity conservation, making you a valuable asset in roles focused on corporate sustainability, environmental policy, or international development.
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    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Three-Phase, High Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Reliability

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Social Work, Social Justice, Pedagogy, Community and Social Work, Education and Training, Community Development, Human Development, Childhood Education and Development, Sustainable Development, Child Development, Gerontology, Working With Children, Adult Learning Principles, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Community Development, Land Management, Governance, Economic Development, Sustainable Development, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Community Organizing, Environment, Social Justice, Sustainable Business, Environmental Science, Advocacy, Education and Training

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    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Ideation, Social Justice, Needs Assessment, Community Development, Case Studies, Business Modeling, Analysis, Cultural Diversity

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Food Quality Assurance And Control, Consumer Behaviour, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Standards, Climate Change Adaptation, Economics, Public Policies, Emerging Technologies, Policy Analysis, Biotechnology, Technology Solutions

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    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Occupational Health, Environmental Regulations, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Public Health, Health Equity, Environment, Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, Health Systems, Sustainable Development, Health Disparities, Systems Thinking, Environment Health And Safety, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Social Determinants Of Health, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Science, Epidemiology

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    Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Marketing Communications, Sustainable Development, Business Planning, Marketing Effectiveness, Communication Strategies, New Business Development, Business Development, Social Sciences, Entrepreneurship, Program Evaluation, Innovation, Franchising

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    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Innovation, Petroleum Industry, Environment, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Oil and Gas, Supply Chain Management, Sustainable Technologies, Electric Power Systems, Emerging Technologies, Forecasting

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    Dartmouth College

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Environmental Science, Environment, Oil and Gas, Electric Power Systems, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Climate Change Mitigation, Physics

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Higher Education, Sustainable Development, Case Studies, Sustainability Standards, Community Development, Student Support and Services, Community Outreach, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Research

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    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Waste Minimization, Business Ethics, Environment and Resource Management, Governance, Entrepreneurship, Product Lifecycle Management, Investments, Economic Development, Market Opportunities, Business Modeling, Innovation, Stakeholder Management

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