Sustainable Cities: Adaptive Governance
Discover how cities can become more sustainable and adaptable in the face of increasing environmental pressures with this free online course form the University of Groningen.
Who is the course for?
This course would benefit bachelor students or graduates with an interest in adaptive governance and sustainable urban development. It would also appeal to professionals with a public or private sector background and an interest in building skills in tackling climate change.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to…
Describe the human, ecological, and physical processes that are shaping climate related risks in urban environments.
Assess risks and barriers to successful urban adaptation based on concrete case studies.
Identify how urban climate governance and urban planning can help build resilience and advance urban adaptation.
Apply targeted governance strategies for climate adaptation in urban environments.
