The University of Edinburgh

Climate Solutions: Mexico

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

11 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

11 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • What climate change is and how to address it.

  • The science, policy and business contexts of global climate change.

  • The current climate of Mexico and how climate change has already impacted, and will continue to impact, Mexico.

  • How everyone, including young people, can drive action and take actions themselves.

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October 2024

Assessments

11 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 5 modules in this course

We start the course with an introduction to climate change. We'll have a look at its impacts, why climate justice is important, and two key solutions: mitigation and adaptation.

What's included

2 videos12 readings3 assignments2 discussion prompts

This second module focuses on science. We'll look at the causes of climate change, where emissions come from, and why ‘1.5 degrees’ and ‘Net Zero’ are the two most important numbers in the world!

What's included

4 videos6 readings2 assignments2 discussion prompts

Learn how we can use supercomputers and climate models to make projections about the future, and look specifically at Mexico's climate.

What's included

2 videos10 readings2 assignments3 discussion prompts

Find out how we can use the risk triangle to help address climate impacts, and learn the importance of mitigation and adaptation.

What's included

3 videos6 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt

Learn more about the impact our lifestyle choices can have on the climate. Explore solutions for tackling the climate crisis, find out how you can get involved and inspire others to take action!

What's included

5 videos9 readings2 assignments3 discussion prompts

Instructor

Erika Warnatzsch Thompson
The University of Edinburgh
2 Courses366 learners

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