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Energy in buildings
Themes covered in this free course, Energy in buildings, include reducing heating demand in buildings, heating systems and fuel emissions, and reducing electricity use by appliances. The course looks at the importance of energy in buildings in the UK, investigate heat loss and how to prevent it, ways of increasing building efficiency, ...
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Introducing mammals
Mammals come in a bewildering variety of shapes and sizes, and yet all species have some characteristics in common. These similarities justify the inclusion of all such diverse types within the single taxonomic group (or class) called the Mammalia. This free course, Introducing mammals, offers a starting point for the study of mammals. It will ...
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Environment: treading lightly on the Earth
Environment: treading lightly on the Earth focuses on the problem of greenhouse gas emissions, especially carbon dioxide. This free course will give you an understanding of the nature and importance of carbon footprints of individuals and households. It will enable you to measure your own carbon footprint and explore what you could do to reduce ...
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Can tourism be both responsible and sustainable?
This free course invites you to explore the paradox of modern travel — whether tourism can be both responsible and sustainable. Through case studies, discussion, and reflection, you will start to unpack the social, environmental, and economic forces that shape global travel as we know it. By the end of the course, you will have a deeper ...
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Wild about wildlife: Explore the animal kingdom
Celebrate National Wildlife Day by exploring the remarkable diversity of the animal kingdom. From butterflies and bees to aquatic mammals and polar wildlife, discover how animals have evolved, adapted and survived, and explore some of the challenges facing wildlife today.
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Urban trees - could towns and cities become forests?
Dr Philip Wheeler explores how we manage trees in urban environments now and for the future.
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Sustainability Hub
Learn about living sustainably with this collection of free courses, articles, interactives and films from The Open University.
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Stories of Change
Video interviews capturing the thinking of key players in the climate change and energy debates at a critical time.