Climate justice: creating a more equal world

About this course

The course examines how climate change is connected to historical responsibility, global inequality, human rights and power. It considers the unequal effects of environmental damage, particularly across the Global North and South, and introduces concepts including climate finance, carbon markets, loss and damage, geoengineering, mitigation and adaptation. Teaching combines lectures, group discussions and case study analysis. Sessions consider responsibility for responding to climate impacts, climate negotiations and the idea of climate debt. Optional work outside class may include readings, essays and informal research projects.

What you'll learn

• Explain connections between climate change, inequality, power and social justice at local and global levels.
• Analyse the social, economic and historical factors shaping the unequal impacts of climate change.
• Evaluate and propose approaches for individuals, communities and systems to contribute to a more just climate response.

Is this course right for you?

The course is suitable for complete beginners and people with a general interest in climate change or climate policy. It involves lectures, discussion, case study analysis and in-class participation. A good grasp of English is needed, along with willingness to consider ideas that may differ from one’s own views.

• Designed for complete beginners as well as learners with a general interest in the subject.
• Learners are encouraged to contribute thoughts and ideas during interactive lessons.
• Optional preparation may involve readings, essays or informal case study research outside class.

Before you go

• There are no additional course or material costs.
• Learners may wish to bring materials for taking notes.