About the Network
GCO Knowledge Hub
In addition to regular meetings, we provide our network members with online learning modules and case studies in the fast moving field of climate change.
E-learning modules
This is a collection of external courses and other resources that will support our Green City Officers (and all other interested stakeholders) to build a foundational level of knowledge to foster climate action in their cities.
Some of these modules are free and open to all, for others we provide a subscription to GCO network members.
Key learning questions:
What strategies and actions can help transition towards a low-emission, climate-resilient development path?
What are examples and expected benefits of climate mitigation and adaptation policies?
Offered by Climate-KIC
Listen to podcasts discussing innovative solutions and ideas for addressing climate change challenges.
Platform: Coursera, 39 hours to complete, offered by The University of Chicago
This class describes the science of global warming and the forecast for human’s impact on Earth’s climate.
Platform: Coursera, 18 hours to complete, offered by the University of Cape Town
Explore how developing country governments can grow their economies in a climate-friendly way.
Platform: Coursera, 15 hours to complete, offered by The World Bank Group
Learn about regional climate change impacts and sector-specific strategies to increase resilience and move towards a low-carbon future.
Platform: Coursera, 3 months to complete (Suggested pace of 2 hours/week), offered by the University of Colorado Boulder
The ultimate goal of this specialisation is to empower learners to formulate their own plans for reducing emissions and adapting to future impacts.
Key learning questions:
What makes a building green?
How to design, build, and operate buildings from a green perspective?
Platform: LinkedInLearning, 1.5 hour to complete
Understand what makes a green building and the components of green building ratings systems.
Key learning questions:
How are energy and climate change policies designed, shaped, advocated and implemented?
What are key business opportunities, challenges, and potential solutions in the renewable energy sector?
Offered by Clean Energy States Alliance
Attend webinars and events discussing clean energy policies, technologies, and market trends.
Offered by U.S. Department of Energy
Explore webinars focusing on clean transportation solutions and community engagement in sustainable practices.
Platform: Coursera, 13 hours to complete, offered by the University of London
An introduction to the theoretical and practical understanding of how energy and climate change policies are designed, shaped, advocated and implemented.
Platform: Coursera, 18 hours to complete, offered by the Duke University
Define key business opportunities, challenges and potential solutions in the renewable energy and green building sectors.
Key learning questions:
How can we work with nature to design and build our cities?
Platform: Coursera, 13 hours to complete, offered by the Lund University
This course explores urban nature and nature-based solutions in cities in Europe and around the world.
Key learning questions:
How can a strong understanding of legal, financial, and operational frameworks ensure successful and sustainable public-private partnerships?
Offered by APMG International in partnership with Multilateral Development Banks
This certification course provides comprehensive knowledge on public-private partnerships, covering legal, financial, and operational aspects.
Key learning questions:
What makes a smart city smart?
How to use smart solutions to tackle problems like traffic and air pollution?
What role do big data play in driving urban innovation?
Platform: LinkedInLearning, 14m to complete
Learn how sensors that bridge the physical and digital worlds and open-data policies are making governments more agile and more innovative.
Platform: LinkedInLearning, 58m to complete
This course is designed to introduce those with an interest in the future of cities to the idea of urban innovation.
Key learning questions:
How to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the transport sector?
How can data, inclusivity, and electrification be leveraged to design transport systems that are sustainable, efficient, and accessible for all?
5 weeks (2 hours per week) to complete, offered by the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative (TUMI)
This course introduces data-driven approaches to transport planning, emphasising the role of data in enhancing mobility systems.
6 weeks (2 hours per week) to complete, offered by the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative (TUMI)
Learn about the planning, operation, and maintenance of electric buses, focusing on their environmental and societal benefits.
4 weeks (3 hours per week) to complete, offered by the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative (TUMI)
Explore the intersection of gender and transport, highlighting the importance of inclusive mobility solutions.
6 weeks (3 hours per week) to complete, offered by the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative (TUMI)
Delve into electric mobility, covering topics like vehicle technology, policy frameworks, and sustainable urban transport integration.
Platform: FutureLearn, offered by UCL, GIZ and TUMI
This course examines sustainable urban mobility components, focusing on strategies for transforming transportation systems.
Offered by EIT Urban Mobility
Access a repository of resources and insights on urban mobility challenges and innovations.
Key learning questions:
What are some of the key trends in urbanisation, decarbonisation and sustainability?
What roles can cities play as engines for greening the economy?
Platform: R-Cities Learning Hub, offered by Resilient Cities Network
Learn foundational concepts of urban resilience, focusing on strategies to enhance cities' ability to withstand and recover from challenges.
Offered by Lincoln Institute of Land Policy
Understand the legal frameworks, valuation methods, and applications of conservation easements in land use planning.
Offered by ICLEI Europe
Access a calendar of events and training sessions on sustainable urban development and local governance.
Offered by GreenHeritage
Explore e-learning modules focused on the protection and conservation of intangible cultural heritage.
Subscription available for Green City Officers
Content library covering key areas of Sustainability.
Platform: Coursera, 7 hours to complete, offered by the Lund University
This course explores sustainable cities as engines for greening the economy in Europe and around the world.
Platform: Coursera, 9 hours to complete, offered by the University of Michigan
Understand and critically analyse SDGs and their relationship to the world’s most pressing problems.
Platform: Coursera, 10 hours to complete, offered by the University of Copenhagen
An introduction to SDGs with a specific focus on SDG 13 - Climate Action.
Key learning questions:
What innovative practices and collaborative approaches can improve the sustainability and effectiveness of modern waste management systems?
Offered by SWANA
Participate in webinars covering various aspects of solid waste management, featuring industry experts.
Offered by be Waste Wise
Engage in webinars focused on sustainable waste management practices and innovations.
The Cities Alliance Knowledge Library offers a repository of resources focused on urban development, including governance and planning, digital solutions, and resilience.
UN-Habitat’s Urban Lectures focus on subjects relating to cities and urbanisation, such as urban regeneration, housing, and nature.
The C40 Cities Knowledge Hub offers case studies, tools and implementation guides surrounding urban climate and environmental action.
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