Uppsala University

Introduktion Små och medelstora företag (SME) med färre än 250 anställda utgör 99,9% av företagen i Sverige. De anställer över 2 miljoner personer och är viktiga underleverantörer till större företag och offentlig sektor. Ofta är miljöarbetet i SME mindre utvecklat än i stora företag, men krav och förväntningar på ett systematiskt hållbarhetsarbete ökar, främst i klimatfrågor. Genom att gå kursen kommer din kunskap att öka om de möjligheter och utmaningar som klimatförändringen och klimatarbetet innebär för företagen och samhället i stort. Du kommer att lära dig om strategier för klimatomställning, och hur du och ditt företag också kan bidra i arbetet.   Innehåll Orsaker till och effekter av miljöproblem, främst rörande klimatförändringar, förlust av biologisk mångfald och spridning av föroreningar: Internationell och nationell klimatpolitik Allmänheten, företagen och klimatfrågan Strategier för hållbarhet och klimat i företag Verktyg och praktiska klimatåtgärder i företag, framförallt SME Kursens upplägg Kursen består av förinspelade föreläsningar och samtal med interaktiva frågemoment (quiz) som släpps veckovis under tre veckor. Några träffar ges också på Zoom på lunch- och kvällstid några gångar per år där deltagare har möjlighet att ställa frågor (datum meddelas löpande på den interna kurssidan). I slutet av kursen skriver varje deltagare en kortare redovisning (ca 1 sida) av en praktisk orienterad uppgift där kursinnehållet tillämpas i en beskrivning av klimatomställning i ett företag. Kurscertifikat erhålls vid minst 80% rätt i varje quiz och inlämnad slutuppgift.   Du kommer få kunskap om Efter avslutad kurs kommer du att kunna beskriva grunderna för klimatförändringar, deras orsaker och effekter på miljön, samhället och företag. Du kan även beskriva klimatstrategier och klimatåtgärder inom näringslivet, samt reflektera över möjligheter och utmaningar med företagets klimatarbete. Du får även kunskap om redskap och ansatser för att undersöka klimatarbetet på företag. Vem vänder sig kursen till? Kursen vänder sig till yrkesverksamma personer inom små och medelstora företag som är intresserade av de möjligheter och utmaningar som klimatomställningen kan innebära för svenska företag och samhället i stort. Målgruppen är anställda, ägare, fackliga ombud och andra intresserade i företag, inklusive personer som söker nya jobb eller startar företag.

Course start September 1, 2025 This course provides the basics of sustainability reporting and prepares participants to deal with today’s sustainability reporting requirements, focusing on relevant regulations and tools. Economics professionals are required to report not only on financial performance but also on social and environmental performance, as the shift from single materiality to double materiality takes place. By focusing on sustainability reporting, CO? budgeting, and GRI standards, participants will gain actionable skills to measure, manage, and report on climate impact, enabling them to effectively communicate sustainability, monitor progress, and drive change. This aligns with Sweden’s ambitions for a fossil-free future by helping companies set science-based targets and create transparent sustainability reports, which foster accountability and innovation within the green transition. As businesses adapt to stricter EU policies, this course empowers professionals to lead organizational change toward a sustainable economy. Course content Introduction to CSR and sustainability regulations - Overview of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and EU regulations affecting sustainability reporting. Financial Reporting Directive (FRD) - Review of the Directive and its link to sustainability reporting. CO2 budgeting and SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) - Practical tools to calculate and communicate your organization’s climate impact. GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) - How to use GRI standards to create a transparent and credible sustainability report. Course design The course is designed to provide maximum flexibility for working professionals in the field of economics. Teaching materials include pre-recorded video lectures, articles, case studies, regulatory documents, company reports, and links to additional resources. Key resources, such as templates for sustainability reports, CO2 budgeting tools, and guidelines for GRI standards, will be provided to facilitate practical application of the knowledge gained. Guided tutorials will allow participants to engage with the content at their own pace and according to their schedules. Interactive elements are integrated through a ”Discussion” module, where participants will reflect on thought-provoking questions related to each topic by submitting concise written responses. Participants are also encouraged to ask questions either via the study platform or privately through email, ensuring personalized support. You will learn Students will gain foundational knowledge of CSR and EU sustainability regulations, learn to apply the Financial Reporting Directive, develop skills in CO2 budgeting and SBTi, GRI standards, conduct double-materiality assessments, and implement sustainability reporting through case studies. This course prepares students to align business strategies with evolving sustainability expectations Who is the course for? The course is suitable for professionals seeking to reskill or upskill in sustainability reporting. The course is aimed at economists, business consultants, sustainability officers, financial analysts, sustainability controllers, ESG specialists, sustainability managers, sustainability reporting specialists. The course i suitable for persons with a bachelor's or master’s degree in economics, business, management, entrepreneurship, or related fields that have a basic understanding of financial and sustainability concepts, university-level proficiency in English, and an interest in working and studying towards meaningful change in their professional lives.

This is an introductory course on the history, social, economic, and ecological aspects of food production in the Baltic Sea Region. The course  also focuses on future challenges, such as food security and climate change. The course consists of four parts. -The history of agriculture in the Baltic Sea Region -Ecological, economic and social aspects of food systems -The challenges of sustainable food systems - now and tomorrow -Examples from the region Upon completion of the course, students can request a digital certificate by contacting pontus.ambros@balticuniv.uu.se

The Course Sustainable Tourism in the Baltic Sea Region aims to provide a basic but comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the origins, applications, analyses and examples of Sustainable Tourism with a specific regional focus on the Baltic Sea. The course has both an interdisciplinary and interregional focus and is designed to give the learner a broad but still focused introduction to the topic with socio-political, economic and environmental viewpoints. The topics that will be covered in this course include the introduction of sustainable tourism, its stakeholders, challenges and theories. Numerous examples will be given, including cases and specific aspects of the topic. The course is a regional cooperation between many researchers across the Baltic Sea Region, including those from Sweden, Finland, Ukraine and Poland.  The course consists of four modules: -An introduction to Sustainable Tourism -Aspects of sustainable tourism -Sustainable spatial planning of tourism destinations -Examples from the field Upon completion of the course, students can request a digital certificate by contacting pontus.ambros@balticuniv.uu.se

The course introduces you to the basics of the Baltic Sea, with its fragile and unique environment. Taking the course will help to better understand how human impacts are changing its marine ecosystems, but also how one can best reverse the negative trends of its destruction. Whether you take this course in your own pace, or within your university, we invite you to take part of the different lectures, and do the assignments for each topic. We hope you will learn something new about our beautiful semi-enclosed sea in Northern Europe. The course is built up with five chapters, each covering a new theme in several sections. Evolution, physical description and climateLife in the Baltic SeaPressures and challengesEnvironmental managementExamples from the region and future outlook The course takes approximately 50 hours to complete and if fully completed, students can request a digital certificate upon completing the course.

Course start: January 2026 Toxic substances in recycled products, “forever chemicals” in batteries, unknown health effects of rare earth elements are all examples of potential risks arising from the development of climate-friendly solutions. The urgency of climate change requests for new solutions at a very fast pace, with the danger of dismissing other threats that can become equally impactful. This reminds of the industrial revolution where thousands of new products were invented in a short time but at high costs for human health and the environment. Integrating today’s knowledge on chemical safety into the green transition can prevent the reiteration of such mistakes. This course examines the health and environmental impacts of chemical toxicants in the environment that have emerged from technological advancements, focusing on both historical and recently developed chemicals. Students will explore the origins, actions, and regulatory frameworks for known toxicants, alongside emerging risks of new chemicals. In parallel, students will be presented with real-life success stories showing how innovative approaches to technology development can address chemical pollution challenges and contribute to building a healthier green transition. Topics Historical perspective on environmental contaminants and their health effects New toxicological challenges emerging from recently developed chemicals Mechanisms of action of specific classes of environmental contaminants Regulatory frameworks and agencies addressing chemical contamination Databases related to detrimental effects, safety, and use of chemicals Good examples of safe transitioning, showing consideration of toxicological aspects in the product development stage Course structure This course is fully digital with pre-recorded lectures. You can take part in the course in your own pace.   You will learn By the end of the course, you will be able to: identify major classes of environmental contaminants, describe diseases that are known to be produced by environmental contaminants, formulate questions about chemical safety in relation to chemicals with unknown effects, access and understand information related to health effects of environmental toxicants, broadly describe of regulatory frameworks and agencies related to chemical safety. Who is the course for? This course is designed for any person involved in the development of new technologies, products, or industrial processes, for example engineers from different areas, R&D scientists, or entrepreneurs.

Course start: October 1, 2025 Hydrogen is gaining importance as a sustainable energy carrier in the ongoing green energy transition. Wind power plays a decisive role in producing green hydrogen. Integrating hydrogen production directly into wind farms makes it possible to capitalise on fluctuating electricity prices while contributing to the stability of an increasingly renewable-based power system. This synergy creates opportunities for cost-effective hydrogen production, energy storage in the form of hydrogen, and enhanced grid flexibility. The course explores the concept of integrated wind/hydrogen systems, introducing technical, economic, and systemic aspects of combining wind power and hydrogen production into a robust, long-term, sustainable, and competitive energy solution Topics Introduction to wind energy development Wind power technology, wind energy, and grid connection Introduction to hydrogen: properties and application Methods of hydrogen production Hydrogen storage Wind energy onshore/offshore – hydrogen production systems Technical, economic, and regulatory opportunities and challenges for integrated wind/hydrogen systems Course structure  This fully digital course includes pre-recorded lectures, interactive webinars and Assignments. Participants can access the materials at their own pace, enabling flexible learning. Specific components like live Q&A sessions or seminars will be scheduled to enhance interaction and in-depth understanding.  You will learn Upon completion, participants will understand how wind power and hydrogen can be combined into an integrated energy system. They will gain insight into the technical, economic, and regulatory factors influencing the feasibility of pairing wind energy with hydrogen production. Additionally, learners will deepen their understanding of energy storage and grid flexibility and the role these elements play in driving the green transition.  Who is the course for? This course targets professionals in the energy and environmental sectors, including policymakers, project managers, engineers, and consultants interested in renewable energy, hydrogen, and sustainable energy systems. It is also suitable for politicians, public administrators, and strategists involved in sustainability initiatives and energy planning. The content can benefit researchers and software engineers focusing on green solutions and digital tools. While no extensive technical background is required, a basic understanding of energy systems and sustainability concepts is recommended. As an introductory course, this program outlines a path for continuous learning. After completing the course, participants can pursue a deeper specialisation in topics related to wind power, hydrogen production, and integrated energy systems.

Lär dig mer om vindkraft, dess miljöpåverkan och tillståndsärenden på Vindkraftkurs.se Syftet med kursen är att öka kunskapen om vindkraft och specifikt om frågeställningar som är aktuella vid tillståndsärenden. Innehåll Kursen är uppbyggd av fyra moduler: 1. Vindkraftens förutsättningar 2. Miljöpåverkan 3. Prövning och tillsyn 4. Idébank & lokal nytta Kursupplägg Du väljer själv när samt i vilken takt du vill genomföra momenten. Samtliga delar av kursen är avgiftsfria. Att gå igenom hela kursen tar ca 3–5 dagar beroende på hur intensivt/extensivt du läser. Du kan även välja att läsa delar av kursen. Inne i modulerna finns både sökfunktion och kursöversikt, så att du lätt kan orientera dig genom kursens innehåll. Skapar du ett konto och genomför testerna så erhåller du ett diplom. Vem vänder sig kursen till? Vindkraftskurs.se riktar sig till handläggare i kommuner och länsstyrelser samt till alla som vill lära sig mer om vindkraft.