Introduction to Sustainability

This course will introduce you to the principles and concepts of sustainability, and their importance in a global, regional, and local context. We will explore the environmental, social, and economic dimensions of sustainability, and discuss how these dimensions interact with each other. We will also look at some of the challenges and opportunities facing sustainability in the 21st century.
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Lesson series

Introduction to Sustainability

This course will introduce you to the principles and concepts of sustainability, and their importance in a global, regional, and local context. We will explore the environmental, social, and economic dimensions of sustainability, and discuss how these dimensions interact with each other. We will also look at some of the challenges and opportunities facing sustainability in the 21st century.
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What's included?

  • 5 Modules
  • 1 Certification of Completion
  • 18 Videos
  • 1 Learning Guide
  • 1 hour 20 minutes

About the Course

As global citizens, we are all mindful of what’s at stake with Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and how interconnected it is with human rights, environmental issues, and a country’s development goals. Your interest in this topic is a great indicator that you also understand the need to employ these strategies to improve your own organisation’s well-being.

We'll cover the following: 

  • Compliance versus risk management 
  • Regulations versus foresight
  • Applying the data
  • Sustainability 
  • Creating Change
Meet the instructor

Melanie Richards

Patrick Jones - Course author