Online Course: Grand Challenges: Food for Thought
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University of Exeter, Eden Project
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This course aims to educate you in the way that every human being can reduce their impact on our planet and inspire you to make global connections to tackle sustainability issues.
No previous experience or qualifications are required. The content will complement interests in science, nature and the environment and works well at any stage of education.
Topics:
- The pillars of sustainability;
- Environmental impacts of food production;
- Exploitation of the sea;
- Case studies on the production of Bananas, Coffee and Palm Oil;
- Importance of pollinators.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Describe the term 'sustainability' in the context of food production;
- Explain the 'Pillars of Sustainability' model;
- Compare and contrast the sustainability of global coffee, palm oil and banana industries;
- Reflect on the importance of pollinators in relation to food production;
- Investigate the food available from your local area and contrast with your weekly shop.
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