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This course will give you an understanding of what climate change is, the scale of its effects, and how museums fit into the global, national and local picture to address climate change. It will enable you to appreciate how your everyday actions impact the climate and the planet, and knowledge of what you can do to reduce your emissions in all of the spaces you are in - personal, community and the workplace
The course is delivered over four modules. Each module contains activities, case studies and time for discussion delivered over two sessions between 4pm-7pm GMT. On completion of both sessions of training, you become certified Carbon Literate by The Carbon Literacy project after making an individual pledge and an organisational pledge of what you can do.
Module 1
Independent learning: Pre-recorded course introduction and the basic science of climate change to be completed independently before the live sessions. This section of the course takes 1 hour 30 minutes to complete, with links to the pre-recorded content shared ahead of the first live session. This will be emailed to you two days prior to the first session.
Module 2
Examines the impacts of climate change, equity and vulnerability, as well as the roles of museums in tackling the climate crisis.
Module 3 & 4
Focuses on carbon budgets, the local and international policy, carbon footprints, action planning and talking about climate change.
By the end of the course you will have:
No materials are required. The course fee includes the cost of the Carbon Literacy certificate which will be issued directly to you by the tutor after the end of the course.
An object which relates to carbon emissions or climate change. This could be a household item, a historic item or a low carbon item from your day-to-day life. You will use this in an icebreaker exercise in the first session.
Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).
What format does the course take?
Our online live-streamed courses run each day from 9am-5pm.
Is the course taught live?
Yes, the course is taught live via Zoom.
Will the course be recorded?
No, the course will not be recorded.
How many people will be on the course?
There are a maximum of 10 -12 places for most courses, depending on the subject. Some lecture courses may take more students.
How do I sign up for a course?
Follow the online booking process to sign up for a course.
Can I use a College gift voucher for online courses?
Yes, simply enter the gift voucher code at the online checkout.
How do I access my course?
You will receive a link and passcode to access the course by email, typically within two working days.
What do I need to set up or prepare before the course starts?
Find yourself a quiet place to work during the core teaching times, away from background noise and distractions.
Ensure you read and familiarise yourself with the Zoom joining instructions emailed to you with your course confirmation before the course starts. We recommend doing this several days in advance to avoid technical issues on the day.
What computer set-up will I need to take a course?
You can join a Zoom meeting on a computer or laptop (Mac or PC) with internet connection, a webcam, microphone, and speakers (usually in-built). You need a high speed, reliable internet connection and an up-to-date internet browser (see "What web browser do you recommend" below). You will also need an email account to sign up for a course.
To join the course, click on the link in your confirmation email and follow the instructions on the screen. If you do not already have the Zoom desktop client or app downloaded, you will be prompted to do so. Please note, you do not need to set up an account with Zoom to join a meeting.
For additional help joining a meeting, see Zoom’s support information.
For some courses, it may also be useful to have a secondary device available (such as a smartphone or iPad/tablet). This can help you to share your work in progress during the day.
Some of the course resources may be presented as PDF files, which will require a PDF viewer such as Adobe Reader.
What web browser do you recommend?
Where possible, please make sure your browser is up to date.
PC – Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Internet Explorer
Mac – Safari, Firefox, and Chrome
For more detailed information, see Zoom’s System Requirements page.
On computers and laptops the fullest experience with Zoom will come from using the Zoom desktop client. When you click a meeting invitation, you will be invited to download the client. You can also do this in advance from Zoom’s website.
On phones and tablets, download the Zoom mobile app from the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android).
What do I do if I experience technical issues?
Support with setting up and using Zoom is available through:
We recommend setting up and testing the Zoom desktop client / app well in advance of your course to minimise problems on the day. If you have checked the technical requirements above but the problem persists, email [email protected] (Monday to Friday). Where possible, include a screenshot showing the problem or error message. Please note we cannot guarantee an immediate response.
Lorraine is a sustainability specialist in cultural heritage. She is the founder and director of LFCP, which is accelerating the cultural heritage sector's climate and environmental actions through research, knowledge sharing and resource creation.
Residential option available. Find out accommodation costs and how to book here.
