Herramientas de la Economía Circular from Coursera

La Economía Circular representa una perspectiva de mejoramiento continuo para la transformación de sistemas de producción y consumo sostenibles. Aprender de sus herramientas, agrega un valor agregado concreto, a las competencias de profesionales interesados en la sostenibilidad ambiental y social. El presente curso ofrece aprender de la importancia de la Economía Circular a través de sus herramientas, útiles para el diseño de proyectos. Al finalizar el curso, los participantes estarán en la capacidad de:

- Identificar oportunidades de Economía Circular como estrategia para el desarrollo económico sostenible.

- Aplicar herramientas para la identificación de proyectos de Economía Circular.

- Aplicar metodologías de formulación de proyectos para diseñar iniciativas circulares de uso eficiente de recursos.

La estructura del curso contempla 5 módulos, cada uno requiere una dedicación de 3 a 5 horas de estudio y práctica. El primer módulo introduce el concepto de la Economía Circular como un nuevo lenguaje global, sus prioridades de su aplicación, e importancia en países de América Latina, e identifica las estrategias empresariales para su implementación. Los siguientes módulos introducen las diversas herramientas de Economía Circular útiles para el diseño de proyectos aplicados, cálculo de beneficios económicos, ambientales y sociales, y metodologías para la estructuración de la presentación de proyectos.

El curso está orientado a profesionales de áreas de operación de empresas, universitarios de pregrado en carreras de ingeniera y/o administración de empresas, estudiantes de posgrado y tecnólogos.

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Syllabus

Introducción

La esencia de la Economía Circular

Bienvenido al primer módulo del curso Herramientas de la Economía Circular. En este módulo aprenderemos qué es la Economía Circular, su esencia, los conceptos que la fundamentan y las implicaciones para América Latina. Además, conocerás cuáles son los actores de la Economía Circular, sus roles y junto con algunos invitados especiales revisaremos el contexto actual en la región, los retos y oportunidades para el futuro.

Herramientas de la Economía Circular I

Bienvenidos al segundo módulo del curso Herramientas de la Economía Circular. En este módulo aplicaremos dos herramientas que son de mucha importancia y utilidad a la hora de diseñar proyectos de Economía Circular. Estas herramientas son el Eco-Mapa y el Eco-Balance, con ellas podremos identificar puntos críticos, hacer un análisis de flujo de recursos, materiales y energía, además de hacer un diagnóstico de la eficiencia en la transformación de recursos.

Herramientas de la Economía Circular II

Alternativas preventivas e indicadores

En este módulo revisaremos cómo se llega a propuestas de alternativas preventivas y circulares, y cómo podemos analizar y evaluar la viabilidad económica, ambiental y social de estas mediante el uso de indicadores. Esto será un aspecto importante para complementar la caja de herramientas de Economía Circular y formular un proyecto.

Proyecto de Economía Circular

En este último módulo aprenderás a estructurar una presentación de una propuesta de alternativa de Economía Circular que presentarás a la junta directiva para su aprobación. Estudiaremos el contenido de esta presentación y el tipo de información que le interesa a la junta directiva para tomar decisiones sobre esta propuesta.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Desarrolla estrategias prácticas para el diseño de proyectos sostenibles

Enseña metodologías de formulación de proyectos para iniciativas circulares

Proporciona herramientas para el cálculo de beneficios económicos, ambientales y sociales de proyectos circulares

Dirigido a profesionales y estudiantes interesados en la sostenibilidad ambiental y social

Reviews summary

Enlightening circular economy course

This course delves into the tools of the Circular Economy, providing practical knowledge for designing eco-efficient projects. You'll learn about the core concepts, apply tools such as Eco-Maps and Eco-Balances, and methodologies for project formulation, helping you drive sustainable production and consumption in various industries and settings.

Delivered with clarity and engaging content, making complex topics accessible.

"Un curso que brinda herramientas claves para entender como realizar proyectos de economia circualr."

"Da bases y aclara conceptos. Muy practico, muy didactico."

"Los videos explicativos ayudan mucho y tiene un contenido muy bueno."

Offers practical tools and methodologies for designing circular economy projects.

"Es un curso que brinda las herramientas necesarias para poder construir proyectos de economía circular en empresas del mundo real."

"El curso es muy valioso porque me hizo entender que aunque tenga mucha información técnica, a los líderes que toman la decisión de invertir, les interesa la información de ahorros, ganancias, en indicadores e información resumida."

Focuses on real-world applications, enabling learners to apply tools to practical scenarios.

"El curso te introduce en las herramientas de la Economía Circular desde el inicio, paralelamente con el desarrollo de casos prácticos y bastante reales."

"Considero que es un curso muy claro y enseña de manera práctica cuál es la metodología que se debe seguir para entender los puntos críticos de los procesos y así poder identificar alternativas de mejora."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Herramientas de la Economía Circular with these activities:

Review basic concepts of economics

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Reviewing basic concepts of economics will help you to better understand the principles of circular economy.

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Revise your notes or textbooks on basic concepts of economics, such as supply and demand, market equilibrium, and economic growth.
Take practice quizzes or online tests to assess your understanding of these concepts.

Organize your course materials

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Organizing your course materials will help you to stay on top of the material and make it easier to review for exams.

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Create a system for organizing your notes, assignments, and other course materials.
Review your materials regularly to reinforce your understanding of the material.

Attend webinars or online conferences on circular economy

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Attending webinars or online conferences on circular economy will allow you to learn from experts in the field and network with other professionals.

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Identify and register for relevant webinars or online conferences on circular economy.
Attend the events and actively participate in discussions and Q&A sessions.

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Analyze case studies on circular economy

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Analyzing case studies on circular economy will help you to understand how circular economy principles can be applied in practice.

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Identify and gather case studies on circular economy initiatives from various industries.
Critically analyze the case studies, paying attention to the challenges and successes of each initiative.
Summarize your findings and identify common patterns and best practices in circular economy implementation.

Support other students in the course

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Supporting other students in the course can help you to reinforce your own understanding of the material and develop your communication skills.

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Participate in discussion forums and help to answer questions from other students.
Offer to tutor or mentor other students who may be struggling with the material.

Volunteer with a local organization working on circular economy initiatives

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Volunteering with a local organization working on circular economy initiatives will allow you to gain practical experience and make a meaningful contribution to your community.

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Identify local organizations working on circular economy initiatives.
Contact the organizations and inquire about volunteer opportunities.

Develop a project proposal for a circular economy initiative

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Developing a project proposal for a circular economy initiative will allow you to apply the principles of circular economy to a real-world problem.

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Identify a problem or opportunity related to circular economy.
Develop a project proposal that outlines your proposed solution, including its goals, objectives, activities, and expected impact.

Create a blog or website on circular economy

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Creating a blog or website on circular economy will allow you to share your knowledge and insights with others and further develop your understanding of the subject.

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Choose a topic or niche for your blog or website.
Develop high-quality content that is informative and engaging.

Career center

Learners who complete Herramientas de la Economía Circular will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Circular Economy Specialist

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Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Analyst

ESG Analysts are responsible for analyzing the environmental, social, and governance performance of organizations. They may work with organizations to develop and implement ESG strategies, measure and report on ESG performance, and engage with stakeholders on ESG issues. A course on the tools of the circular economy can help you succeed in this role by enhancing your knowledge and skills in ESG analysis and sustainability. By understanding the principles and practices of the circular economy, you will be better equipped to analyze the ESG performance of organizations and develop strategies to improve ESG performance.

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Environmental Engineer

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Sustainability Consultant

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Environmental Analyst

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Sustainability Coordinator

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Supply Chain Manager

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Project Manager

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Operations Manager

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Business Analyst

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Policy Analyst

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Researcher

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Graphic designer

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Educator

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Journalist

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