Certificate of Achievement
has completed the following course:
Understanding and Measuring the Earth’s Energy Imbalance
In this online course, learners have explored the latest climate science concerning the energy systems that sustain us, how Earth's natural processes can help mitigate the impacts of climate change, and how nature can be vital in removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Learners have looked at various adaptation mechanisms in relation to sustainability and what is needed to bring the Earth back into a balanced state.
4 weeks, 3 hours per week
Dr Jaime Toney
Professor of Environmental and Climate Science and Director of the Centre for Sustainable Solutions
The University of Glasgow
Benjamin Murphy
Education Officer, Centre for Sustainable Solutions
The University of Glasgow
Transcript
Learning outcomes
- Explore the latest science on the Earth’s energy imbalance
- Discuss why increased greenhouse gases have led to the Earth’s energy imbalance
- Critically assess what is needed to achieve an energy balance
Syllabus
- What does the latest scientific research tell us about how the Earth is responding to continued warming?
- Why do increased greenhouse gases push the Earth out of balance?
- What can Earth do naturally to restore a balance?
- What is needed to achieve an energy balance?
Issued on 1st December 2025
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