Sustainability Fundamentals: Concepts, Policy, and Navigating Transitions
The London School of Economics and Political Science
Explore the complex and often contested nature of sustainability by learning about key concepts, policy frameworks, and the political dynamics that shape transitions toward a more sustainable future for all.
About this Course
The Sustainability Fundamentals: Concepts, Policy, and Navigating Transitions online course introduces you to the multidimensional nature of sustainability and the transition from unsustainability to sustainability. You will learn about different perspectives on sustainability and why it can be such a contested topic of discussion. You will also explore sustainability transitions and the frameworks that shape them. Finally, you will investigate the power dynamics and politics behind these transitions and how different interests can influence the way sustainability initiatives are devised and implemented. To explore these and related topics in more depth, consider enrolling in the full Sustainability: Environment, Economy, and Society online certificate course from the London School of Economics and Political Science. It offers a deeper look into sustainability transitions, economics, and development and places emphasis on translating academic theory into informed practices in industry and policymaking. This course offers you the opportunity to learn from leading sustainability researchers and engage with the diverse experiences of leading practitioners in the field.
What You'll Learn
- Recognise that sustainability is a multidimensional and contested concept.
- Identify key developments in the emergence of sustainability.
- Determine the nature of, impediments to, and processes of sustainability transitions.
- Describe how different actors shape sustainability policies.
- Articulate how political interests can accelerate or impede sustainability transitions.