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Michael J. Readey, Ph.D.
Applied Sustainability Engineering, the second course in the "Applied Sustainability for Technical Managers" specialization discusses the techniques used by engineers and scientists to develop and assess the environmental impact of products and processes required to make those products. It begins with a discussion of different renewable energy technologies and their economics – highlighting how continued reductions in cost have made wind and solar power the least expensive way to generate electricity. It then addresses carbon footprints and how they are determined, applying a practical example where you determine your residential and transportation carbon footprints. From there, the course transitions to defining sustainable and circular products and packaging and showcasing several examples. As Technical Managers, you’ll need metrics for determining whether a product is truly sustainable, so the course introduces techniques such as Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Streamlined LCA (S-LCA), and the Eco-Audit methodologies. The course concludes with an overview of sustainable product design frameworks, including Cradle-to-Cradle, Design for the Circular Economy, and Biomimicry, just to name a few.
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Applied Sustainability Engineering, the second course in the "Applied Sustainability for Technical Managers" specialization discusses the techniques used by engineers and scientists to develop and assess the environmental impact of products and processes required to make those products. It begins with a discussion of different renewable energy technologies and their economics – highlighting how continued reductions in cost have made wind and solar power the least expensive way to generate electricity. It then addresses carbon footprints and how they are determined, applying a practical example where you determine your residential and transportation carbon footprints. From there, the course transitions to defining sustainable and circular products and packaging and showcasing several examples. As Technical Managers, you’ll need metrics for determining whether a product is truly sustainable, so the course introduces techniques such as Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Streamlined LCA (S-LCA), and the Eco-Audit methodologies. The course concludes with an overview of sustainable product design frameworks, including Cradle-to-Cradle, Design for the Circular Economy, and Biomimicry, just to name a few.
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Applied Sustainability Engineering, the second course in the "Applied Sustainability for Technical Managers" specialization discusses the techniques used by engineers and scientists to develop and assess the environmental impact of products and processes required to make those products. It begins with a discussion of different renewable energy technologies and their economics – highlighting how continued reductions in cost have made wind and solar power the least expensive way to generate electricity. It then addresses carbon footprints and how they are determined, applying a practical example where you determine your residential and transportation carbon footprints. From there, the course transitions to defining sustainable and circular products and packaging and showcasing several examples. As Technical Managers, you’ll need metrics for determining whether a product is truly sustainable, so the course introduces techniques such as Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Streamlined LCA (S-LCA), and the Eco-Audit methodologies. The course concludes with an overview of sustainable product design frameworks, including Cradle-to-Cradle, Design for the Circular Economy, and Biomimicry, just to name a few.
This course is very practical, introducing you to several areas critical to managing and learning about sustainability initiatives, from assessing the environmental and social impacts of a product or process, to designing more sustainable and circular products. If you want to work towards having a positive impact on the planet and on society, then this course is for you!
This course can be taken for academic credit as part of CU Boulder’s Master of Engineering in Engineering Management (ME-EM) degree offered on the Coursera platform. The ME-EM is designed to help engineers, scientists, and technical professionals move into leadership and management roles in the engineering and technical sectors. With performance-based admissions and no application process, the ME-EM is ideal for individuals with a broad range of undergraduate education and/or professional experience. Learn more about the ME-EM program at https://www.coursera.org/degrees/me-engineering-management-boulder.
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Renewable Energy: Technologies and Economics
Welcome to Applied Sustainability Engineering! This first module introduces the course and how it operates. Then, it is all about renewable energy (RE); the different technologies and economics associated with them. We begin with a discussion of hydropower, the largest global source of renewable energy. You'll then learn about the second most abundant and cost effective type: onshore and offshore wind power. After, we'll discuss solar power and you'll learn the terminology behind its operations, physics, and economics. A future with renewable energy requires energy storage, so its important to discuss topics of pumped hydro, battery technologies, and hydrogen, as well as the emerging technologies, such as wave and tidal power, concentrated solar, geothermal and hydrogen fuel cells. The module concludes with an overview of how the world is transitioning to renewable energies in an effort to limit global warming to only 1.5o Celsius, which is the newest target established by the International Panel on Climate Change.
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Renewable Energy: Technologies and Economics
Welcome to Applied Sustainability Engineering! This first module introduces the course and how it operates. Then, it is all about renewable energy (RE); the different technologies and economics associated with them. We begin with a discussion of hydropower, the largest global source of renewable energy. You'll then learn about the second most abundant and cost effective type: onshore and offshore wind power. After, we'll discuss solar power and you'll learn the terminology behind its operations, physics, and economics. A future with renewable energy requires energy storage, so its important to discuss topics of pumped hydro, battery technologies, and hydrogen, as well as the emerging technologies, such as wave and tidal power, concentrated solar, geothermal and hydrogen fuel cells. The module concludes with an overview of how the world is transitioning to renewable energies in an effort to limit global warming to only 1.5o Celsius, which is the newest target established by the International Panel on Climate Change.
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What's My Carbon Footprint?
This module is all about bringing the effect of carbon production home, so to speak, by determining your own carbon footprints based on personal energy use. Note that the method for calculating one's carbon footprint is similar to calculating Scope 1 and 2 emissions for a business (as part of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.) After an initial exercise of calculating your personal transportation carbon footprint, we turn our attention to the residential footprint. First, you'll uncover the standard utility bill; what's on it and what it all means. Then, you'll be introduced to, and apply, the EPA (US Environmental Protection Agency)'s eGrid website to determine the Carbon Emissions Factor and mix of power generation technologies for your area. Next, you'll calculate a CO2-equivalent footprint, based on the EPA's emission factors for methane, nitrous oxide, natural gas, and propane. The module concludes with an example of a typical U.S. college student's residential carbon footprint. Then, you'll see how it compares to other countries as well as your own!
Sustainable and Circular Products and Packaging Design
The module is all about sustainable products and packaging. We introduce the concept that sustainable products are true differentiators in the market and highlight several well-known examples. You'll learn what constitutes a sustainable product in terms of the circular economy's butterfly diagram: safe materials, long-life, ease of repair and maintenance, and ease of disassembly for ultimate recycling. We then shift to sustainable packaging, starting with understanding the significant challenge associated with packaging waste. We end the module with an overview of why packaging exists, and some ways of making it more sustainable. This week, you'll also gain awareness of your own packaging consumption as you undergo the 7-day plastics challenge and share your experience with peers. We can't wait to hear what you learn from it!
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Streamlined LCAs (S-LCA) and Eco-Audits
This module introduces the topic of life cycle assessments or LCA's. You will learn how to establish system boundaries, define functional units, and know where to look for environmental impact data. More importantly, you'll think critically about conflicting paradigms, such as product designs that could good from a greenhouse gas perspective but are detrimental from an eco-toxicity view. While you may not become a full LCA specialist by the end of this module, you can begin to appreciate the complexity and cost of conducting a full LCA, which is why the Streamlined LCA was designed. It simplifies the process at the expense of accuracy, yet it still provides guidance to product and process designs to reduce environmental impact. You'll be able to practice this hands on, when you conduct an SLCA on gold wedding rings. Finally, you'll learn one last tool for environmental impact analysis: the Eco-Audit. Eco-Audits are particularly important in analyzing the impact of materials and understanding the concept of embodied energy.
Circular Product and Packaging Design: Fundamentals and Frameworks
Congratulations on almost completing the course! This final module outlines the specific tools and frameworks used to design, engineer, and manufacture sustainable and circular products along with the packaging that protects them. As a useful and pragmatic framework, we discuss the Cradle-to-Cradle (C2C) design methodology in some detail, showing how the C2C's Certification process is analogous the the LEED standards for the built environment. We'll also touch on other approaches to sustainable product design with the frameworks of Biomimicry and The Natural Step. You've almost come full circle, and we hope you've enjoyed this course!
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Sustainability Manager
Sustainability Manager
Sustainability Managers are responsible for developing and implementing sustainability strategies for organizations. This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes, and how to design for sustainability. You will also learn about the different frameworks and tools that can be used to measure and manage sustainability.
Environmental Engineer
Environmental Engineer
Environmental Engineers use the principles of engineering, soil science, biology and chemistry to develop solutions to environmental problems. This course will introduce you to many environmental problems, and provide you with tools to solve them. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies and how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes. You will also learn about sustainable and circular product and packaging design, which are increasingly important for reducing environmental impact.
Product Sustainability Specialist
Product Sustainability Specialist
Product Sustainability Specialists evaluate the environmental and social impacts of products and services. They develop and implement strategies to reduce the impact of products throughout their lifecycle. This course will provide you with a foundation in sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes, and how to design for sustainability.
Lifecycle Assessment Specialist
Lifecycle Assessment Specialist
Lifecycle Assessment Specialists evaluate the environmental impact of products and services throughout their lifecycle, from raw material extraction to disposal. They use this information to improve the sustainability of products and services. This course will provide you with a foundation in sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes, and how to conduct lifecycle assessments.
Carbon Footprint Analyst
Carbon Footprint Analyst
Carbon Footprint Analysts measure and analyze the greenhouse gas emissions associated with products, services, and organizations. They develop and implement strategies to reduce emissions and achieve carbon neutrality. This course will provide you with a foundation in sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes, and how to develop and implement strategies to reduce emissions.
Sustainability Auditor
Sustainability Auditor
Sustainability Auditors evaluate the sustainability performance of organizations. They assess the environmental, social, and economic impacts of organizations, and develop and implement strategies to improve sustainability. This course will provide you with a foundation in sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes, and how to develop and implement sustainability strategies.
Circular Economy Consultant
Circular Economy Consultant
Circular Economy Consultants help organizations to transition to a circular economy, in which resources are used sustainably and waste is minimized. They develop and implement strategies to reduce the environmental impact of products and services, and to create new business opportunities from waste. This course will provide you with a foundation in sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes, and how to design for sustainability.
Environmental Scientist
Environmental Scientist
Environmental Scientists conduct research to understand the environment and its interactions with human activities. They develop and implement strategies to protect the environment and human health. This course will provide you with a foundation in sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes, and how to conduct environmental research.
Environmental Policy Analyst
Environmental Policy Analyst
Environmental Policy Analysts develop and analyze environmental policies. They assess the environmental impact of policies, and develop and implement strategies to reduce pollution and protect the environment. This course will provide you with a foundation in sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes, and how to develop and analyze environmental policies.
Environmental Consultant
Environmental Consultant
Environmental Consultants provide advice to organizations on environmental issues. They assess the environmental impact of organizations, and develop and implement strategies to reduce pollution and protect the environment. This course will provide you with a foundation in sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes, and how to develop and implement environmental management strategies.
Sustainability Researcher
Sustainability Researcher
Sustainability Researchers conduct research to understand the environmental, social, and economic impacts of sustainability. They develop and implement strategies to promote sustainability, and to reduce the environmental impact of human activities. This course will provide you with a foundation in sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes, and how to conduct sustainability research.
Renewable Energy Project Developer
Renewable Energy Project Developer
Renewable Energy Project Developers develop and implement renewable energy projects. They assess the feasibility of renewable energy projects, and develop and implement strategies to finance and construct projects. This course will provide you with a foundation in sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the feasibility of renewable energy projects, and how to develop and implement renewable energy projects.
Green Building Consultant
Green Building Consultant
Green Building Consultants provide advice to organizations on how to design and construct sustainable buildings. They assess the environmental impact of buildings, and develop and implement strategies to reduce pollution and protect the environment. This course will provide you with a foundation in sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes, and how to design and construct sustainable buildings.
Environmental Educator
Environmental Educator
Environmental Educators teach people about the environment and sustainability. They develop and implement educational programs, and work with people of all ages to promote environmental awareness. This course will provide you with a foundation in sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes, and how to develop and implement environmental education programs.
Energy Efficiency Analyst
Energy Efficiency Analyst
Energy Efficiency Analysts assess the energy consumption of buildings and organizations. They develop and implement strategies to reduce energy consumption and improve energy efficiency. This course will provide you with a foundation in sustainability, including the environmental, social, and economic aspects. You will learn about the latest renewable energy technologies, how to assess the carbon footprint of products and processes, and how to conduct energy efficiency audits.
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Introduces the concept of the circular economy, which key concept in the Applied Sustainability Engineering course. It provides a comprehensive overview of the circular economy, including its benefits, challenges, and potential applications. It valuable reference for anyone working in sustainable product design.
Provides concrete examples of how the Cradle to Cradle approach can be used to design sustainable products. It valuable resource for anyone working in sustainable product design, and is often cited in academic research on the topic. It can be used as additional reading or as a reference tool.
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Offers a comprehensive introduction to green engineering, covering fundamental principles, methodologies, and case studies. It would provide students with a broader understanding of the role of engineering in sustainability beyond the specific focus on products and packaging.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) process. It valuable reference for anyone working in sustainable product design, and can be also used as a course textbook.
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Provides a practical guide to designing products for the circular economy. It valuable resource for anyone working in sustainable product design, and is often cited in academic research on the topic.
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Provides an introduction to the field of biomimicry, which is the practice of imitating the designs and processes of nature to solve human problems. It valuable resource for anyone interested in sustainable design, and is often cited in academic research on the topic.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the relationship between ecology and commerce. It valuable resource for anyone interested in sustainable business, and is often cited in academic research on the topic. It good starting point for those new to the field.
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Provides a comprehensive overview of the solutions to climate change. It valuable resource for anyone interested in climate change, and is often cited in academic research on the topic. It is particularly useful for understanding the role of renewable energy in mitigating climate change.
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Provides a comprehensive overview of the wind energy industry. It valuable resource for anyone interested in wind energy, and is often cited in academic research on the topic. It is particularly useful for understanding the technology of wind turbines.
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Clear focus on environmental impact assessment
Taught by an experienced instructor in the field
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Course is part of a larger specialization in Sustainability for Technical Managers
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