Higher education institutions collaborate on climate change skills development

Nine higher education institutions have been commissioned by the government to create a wide range of courses in dialogue with relevant organizations in business and the surrounding community. The result is the Open for the Climate initiative, with courses in areas such as circular economy, battery technology, raw materials, urban planning and much more. All courses are accessible to all, require no special prior knowledge and are completely free of charge. The majority of higher education institutions are members of Viable Cities.

- We are proud and excited to take on this important role of coordinating open online education for the climate transition. It is an important area as well as a fast moving form of education.

- Cecilia Johansson, Vice Dean for Education Uppsala University and national coordinator of the mission

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