Announcement

UNU-IAS Launches E-learning Course on Net Zero

The free course introduces key concepts of climate science and practical steps that individuals can take for climate action.

UNU-IAS has launched a free e-learning course Net Zero 101: What, Why and How. This self-paced online course breaks down the science of climate change and net zero into easy-to-understand terms, while highlighting practical steps that individuals can take for climate action. It is designed for anyone who wishes to develop a foundational understanding of climate change and net zero, and requires no prior knowledge of climate science. Learners can earn a digital certificate from UNU-IAS upon successful completion of the course. It can be accessed through the One UN Climate Change Learning Partnership (UN CC:Learn) platform.

The course was developed by UNU-IAS as part of its Innovation and Education programme of UNU-IAS with support from the Ministry of Environment, Japan, and the Korea Environment Corporation, Government of the Republic of Korea.

Further details are available on the course page.

Related content

Multimedia

Video: UNU-INRA, WASCAL LANDSURF Dissemination Workshop.

An interview with INRA researcher, Barbara Baidoo during dissemination workshop.

29 Dec 2025

Side Event

Artificial Intelligence and Higher Education in Africa: Advancing Innovation for Sustainable Progress

On 20 August 2025, UNU will co-host a TICAD 9 side event exploring the transformative potential of AI in shaping the future of higher education across Africa.

-