Climate Change

What Is This Course About?

The impact of climate change is no longer a distant threat—it is happening now, affecting businesses, economies, and societies worldwide. This course explores the critical concepts of climate risks, sustainability challenges, and the transition to a low-carbon economy. You will learn about the key risks posed by climate change, including physical and transition risks, and understand the importance of corporate responsibility in addressing these challenges. The course also examines the risks of greenwashing and the financial implications of stranded assets.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify different types of physical climate risks and their impact on businesses and communities
• Describe how climate-related physical risks affect the economy, infrastructure, and wider society
• Explain the role of transition risks in shaping future business strategies and regulations
• Recognize the dangers of greenwashing and how to distinguish genuine sustainability efforts from misleading claims
• Understand the concept of stranded assets and their financial implications for investors and businesses
• Explore strategies to mitigate and manage climate-related risks in various sectors