If you ever wanted to delve deep into the science and policy options on climate change, this is a good chance to do it.
Beginning on January 27, The World Bank is offering a free, online course to the public and policy makers, "Turn Down the Heat: Why a 4°C Warmer World Must be Avoided."
"We are at a ‘make it or break it’ point in time," says The World Bank. The course, led by renowned scientists, will present the most recent scientific evidence, projections for the 21st century, and opportunities for urgent policy action, with an emphasis on developing countries.
The four-week course takes place over a month and requires 3-5 hours of work per week.
Module 1: Observed Climate Changes and Impacts: Hundreds of Thousands of
Years to Now
Module 2: Possible 21st Century Climates
Module 3: Life in a 4°C Warmer World
a) Impacts Across Key Human Support Systems
b) Risks of Large-Scale and Disruptive Changes in the Climate System
Module 4: What Can We Do About It? The Choice Is in Your Hands
Here are the details:
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I am interested to learn more about climate change and also how best we can mitigate the human factors which may be resulting into the negative impact ,