Open for the Climate

Är du intresserad av hur modern teknik kan användas för att effektivisera energianvändning? På denna distanskurs lär du dig designa och bygga enklare system för att övervaka och styra en energianläggning, vilket effektiviserar energianvändningen. Perfekt för fastighetsägare, fastighetstekniker, fastighetsskötare och ingenjörer som vill bidra till en hållbar framtid. Kursen behandlar hur modern teknik kan användas för att effektivisera energianvändning i fastigheter och därigenom bidra till ett minskat behov av energi. Detta ligger i linje med en mer hållbar samhällsbyggnad och ger en ökad grad av självförsörjning av den energi vi behöver i samhället. Kursens upplägg Kursen ges som distansutbildning där undervisningen sker via obligatoriska laborationer, föreläsningar samt frågestunder via videokonferenssystem och inspelade filmer. Du förutsätts arbeta relativt självständigt med laborationer och egna projekt. Under kursens gång behöver du ha tillgång till egen Raspberry Pi med tillhörande nödvändig utrustning såsom skärm, mus, tangentbord och strömförsörjning. Kursen är under utveckling, planeras att ges hösten 2025 Kursens pågår under 2 månader Ges på distans med 50% studietakt, vilket motsvarar ca tre veckors studier på helfart Kursen ges i samarbete med industriföretag. Mål med kursen Efter kursen ska du kunna designa och bygga ett enklare system för att monitorera och eventuellt styra en energianläggning i en fastighet. Du ska även kunna koppla samman systemet med ett smarta hem-system för visualisering av data. Målgrupp Den här kursen är för dig som är fastighetsägare eller arbetar inom fastighetsbranschen som fastighetstekniker, fastighetsskötare eller ingenjör.

The course goal is to understand the energy storage units of different batteries and fuel cells when used in electric vehicles. The choice of energy storage system, or the type or generation of battery or fuel cell, will ultimately control the performance. A careful selection of materials and components is necessary to implement optimal functionalities of the electrochemical cells. Of similar importance is the integration of the storage component within the vehicle and how it is monitored during use. Thereby, ageing can be mitigated, energy losses kept at a minimum, safety be assured, and health maintained. Energy Storage for Electrification is a module of the larger course Learning Electromobility developed by the Swedish Electromobility Centre in collaboration with five leading Swedish universities. Designed for engineers and professionals in the transport and energy sectors, the course supports lifelong learning by offering in-depth knowledge of the technologies and systems that underpin the transition to electric mobility.  To apply for the full course, click here: https://learning4professionals.se/showCourse/536/Learning_electromobility. You can choose which modules to attend, allowing for a tailored learning experience based on your interests and professional needs. Each module includes preparatory materials, three interactive teaching sessions, and assignments that reinforce learning through real-world applications. When you have completed a module, you will receive a certificate indicating your achievements. Content The course Energy Storage is divided into three parts: Part 1: Principles of electrochemical energy storage.This seminar will focus on operating principles and pros and cons of supercapacitors, batteries and fuel cells. Basic electrochemistry of supercapacitors, batteries and fuel cells. Cell components: anodes, cathodes, electrolytes, separators, current collectors. Summary of basic concepts and relevant properties of electrochemical energy storage devices. Part 2: Batteries.This seminar will focus on the lithium-ion and next generation batteries. Battery components and materials. Cells, modules and packs and cell formats. Cell and pack behaviour during different charge and discharge protocols. Battery ageing, diagnostics and safety. Next-generation batteries, including sodium-ion batteries and solid-state batteries. Battery cooling and auxiliary systems. Battery management systems. Vehicle integration. Part 3: Fuel cells.This seminar will focus on fuel cells. Principles of proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFC). Fuel cell components, including gas diffusion electrodes, and fuel cell systems. Efficiency and thermal management. Ageing of fuel cells. Fuel cell vehicles and vehicle integration. Hydrogen generation and storage. Course structure There are 3 live sessions: Monday and Thursday in week 43, and Wednesday in week 45. You will be invited to an introductory lecture in week 39. Each session will be between 13:00-15:00, except the very first session that will be between 13:00-16:00, since it includes an introduction to the full Learning Electromobility course. This course will take you about 15 hours to complete. You will learn The learning outcomes of the course are: Analyze and differentiate the fundamental operating principles, components, and performance characteristics of various electrochemical energy storage devices, Evaluate and propose appropriate battery and fuel cell technologies for specific electric vehicle requirements. Who is the course for?  This course is designed for professionals in the engineering and technology sectors.

What can we do to address the sustainability challenges we face? In this course, you will gain insight into how individuals, organisations and societies approach sustainability challenges in different ways. In various parts of the world different challenges are prioritized and thereby, various approaches and solutions are needed. You will learn about the considerations needed to make decisions of how to prioritize sustainable development. You will also be introduced to different strategies for changing values, attitudes and behaviours. The course introduces enforcements that are applied to influence individuals within companies and in the society at large, including different incentives and instruments to ensure more sustainable behaviours. This course is relevant to professionals working in industry, policymakers, or students in engineering. What you'll learn Identify and prioritize solutions based on different perspectives About how the values, attitudes and behaviours for sustainable development are connected About different environmental management tools How to implement organizational learning, incentives and instruments to change behaviours for sustainable development Concepts used in the current sustainability debate See all free online courses that KTH offers

Materials are all around us, in your house, in your phone and in the air you breathe. But what is material and why is it so important? Right now, the green transition is underway, but how do we create a more sustainable world - from raw material to product? It's all about materials. How does material feel? How are materials chosen? What are the materials of the future? Join us and discover our world of materials! The course containsIn this course we go through the basics of what materials are and why they are so important. You get to discover materials, get to know materials and be inspired by the materials of the future. The following areas are included in the course: What is material? How does material feel? How are materials chosen? How are materials recycled? What are the materials of the future? You will learnAt the end of the course you should be able to: Discover and reflect on the world and meaning of materials Get a feel for different materials Discover and analyze materials in your vicinity Understand that different materials are chosen based on the area of use Understand and reflect on the possibilities of materials and their role in the green transition Who is the course for?This is a course suitable for EVERYONE who is curious about the materials in their surroundings, regardless of background and age. The course requires no prior knowledge. It is for those of you who have an interest in a sustainable future and who wonder what role materials have in the green transition. The course is given in Swedish.

Our society must shift to sustainable production. The production systems need to be developed in line with the global goals set by the UN and that have been agreed on by the countries. Sustainable production is about producing with, preferably, positive impact, but usually at least as little negative impact as possible, on people and our planet. This three-week course introduces you to sustainable production systems and helps you understand them from economic, social and ecological perspectives. The course begins with an exposé of how production systems have developed historically. You will learn about the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The course continues with an in-depth study of production systems, covering some prominent people and theories in the field. Next, you will learn about current developments in production innovation and Industry 4.0. You will also meet two companies in the manufacturing industry, Polarbröd and Sandvik Coromant, and see examples of how they work with sustainable production. The course concludes by giving you tools to design sustainable production systems. The course is aimed at anyone curious about sustainable production and how industrial production can be developed to become more sustainable. The course will be given in English.

Efficient energy use is a crucial part of sustainability efforts. Accurate flow measurement of liquids and gases can optimize energy consumption and streamline processes. This course teaches techniques and tools for implementing flow measurement in various applications. Course content Fundamentals of flow measurement technologyEnergy optimization through flow analysisPractical applications in industry and energy sectors What you will learn Use flow measurement to optimize energy consumptionEvaluate and implement measurement tools for different processesUnderstand how flow measurement impacts sustainability and energy efficiency Who is the course for? The course is designed for engineers, technicians, and production managers working with process optimization and energy efficiency in industrial settings. LanguageThe course is conducted in Swedish. Additional informationThe course includes 30 hours of study and is offered for a fee.

För att främja den gröna omställning från fossila bränslen pågår det intensiv forskning inom många områden kring energilagring och energiomvandling, inklusive till exempel batterier, solceller och mikrobiologiska system för att skapa förnybara bränslen. Utöver de tekniska utmaningarna finns det även bredare frågeställningar om hållbar utveckling, grön kemi och systemtänkande som också är viktiga att beakta. Det är centralt att öka intresse och förståelse för naturvetenskap och teknik redan i skolan för att tillgodose det stora kompentsbehov som existerar redan nu, och fortbildning av lärare är en viktig nyckel för detta.  Denna kurs riktar sig till högstadie- och gymnasielärare, med fokus på fortbildning inom aktuell forskning inom energi‐ och miljöteknik samt frågeställningar kring hållbar utveckling. En central del av kursen består av att deltagarna själva utvecklar egna undervisningsmaterial som är anpassade för användning i sin undervisning på skolan. I samband med detta kommer även ämnesdidaktiska perspektiv att presenteras och diskuteras. Innehåll Energilagring och energiomvandling Solceller och konstgjord fotosyntes Mikrobiologiska system för förnybara bränslen Batterier Hållbarutveckling, grön kemi, systemtänkande Ämnesdidaktiska perspektiv för undervisning Framtagning av undervisningsmaterial anpassade för egen undervisning Kursens upplägg Kursen ges på distans och består av förinspelade material för självstudier online, som kompletteras av online-seminarier via Zoom. Deltagarna kommer även att arbeta i smågrupper under sitt projekt för att ta fram egna undervisningsmaterial. Flexibel studietakt, anmälan krävs till online-seminarier.  Du kommer få kunskap om Du kommer få en överblick över aktuella frågor kring energilagring och energiomvandling för att möjliga den gröna omställningen och hållbarhetsarbetet i samhället. Specifikt fokus ligger på ett antal tekniker för att utnyttja förnybara energikällor samt lagring i batterier. Du kommer även att omsätta dessa kunskaper i samband med ett projekt som leder till ett undervisningsmaterial som du kan använda i din egen undervisning. I projektet ingår diskussioner om ämnesdidaktiska perspektiv kring undervisning och design av läromedel.  Vem vänder sig kursen till? Kursen vänder sig till yrkesverksamma högstadie- och gymnasielärare som undervisar kemi, naturkunskap och/eller teknik, som vill fortbilda sig inom aktuell forskning relaterad till förnybar energi och energiomställning, för att kunna inkludera dessa perspektiv i sin undervisning i skolan. Minst 30 hp i kemi rekommenderas. 

The steel industry is one of the largest sources of carbon dioxide emissions globally. With the introduction of fossil-free manufacturing processes, the industry can take significant steps toward a sustainable future. This course introduces the fundamentals of fossil-free steel production, focusing on techniques and processes to reduce climate impact. Course content Introduction to fossil-free steel production Use of hydrogen in steel manufacturing Climate impact and sustainability aspects What you will learn Understand the basics of fossil-free steel production Analyze the climate impact of traditional steel manufacturing Identify key factors for implementing fossil-free processes Who is the course for? The course is designed for engineers, technicians, and decision-makers in the steel and manufacturing industries. It is also suitable for researchers and students interested in understanding and working with fossil-free technology in steel production. Language The course is conducted in Swedish and English. Additional information The course includes 60 hours of study and is offered for a fee.

Deepening knowledge of advanced techniques and processes for fossil-free steel production is essential for taking the next step toward a carbon-free industry. This course focuses on optimizing and implementing innovative solutions in the manufacturing process. Course Content Advanced techniques for fossil-free steel production Implementation of hydrogen-based processes Efficiency and optimization in steel manufacturing What You Will Learn Understand and apply advanced processes for fossil-free steel production Optimize manufacturing processes to reduce energy consumption Contribute to the transition toward a sustainable steel industry Who Is the Course For? The course is designed for professionals in the steel industry, researchers, and technical specialists with basic knowledge of fossil-free manufacturing who want to deepen their understanding of advanced techniques. Language The course is conducted in Swedish and English. Additional Information The course includes 60 hours of study and is offered for a fee.

Freight transport plays a crucial role in Sweden's economy but is also a major source of greenhouse gas emissions. To meet climate goals, the transport system must transition to greener alternatives, including electrification, biofuels, and hydrogen. This course provides an overview of technical solutions and strategies for reducing the environmental impact of the transport sector and supporting a sustainable transition. Course content• Electrification of freight transport• Use of biofuels and hydrogen• Infrastructure and policy challenges for green transport What you will learn• Identify key technologies for green freight transport• Analyze policy challenges and potential solutions• Develop strategies for implementing sustainable transport solutions Who is the course for?The course is designed for transport and logistics managers, engineers, policymakers, and other professionals seeking to understand the technical and policy aspects of green freight transport. It is also suitable for those working with sustainability strategies within the transport sector. LanguageThe course is conducted in Swedish. Additional informationThe course includes 80 hours of study and is offered for a fee.

How can we live a good life on one planet with over seven billion people? This course will explore greening the economy on four levels – individual, business, city, and nation. We will look at the relationships between these levels and give many practical examples of the complexities and solutions across the levels. Scandinavia, a pioneering place advancing sustainability and combating climate change, is a unique starting point for learning about greening the economy. We will learn from many initiatives attempted in Scandinavia since the 1970s, which are all potentially helpful and useful for other countries and contexts. The International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics (IIIEE) at Lund University is an international centre of excellence on strategies for sustainable solutions. The IIIEE is ideally suited to understand and explain the interdisciplinary issues in green economies utilising the diverse disciplinary backgrounds of its international staff. The IIIEE has been researching and teaching on sustainability and greener economies since the 1990s and it has extensive international networks connecting with a variety of organizations.

How can we shape our urban development towards sustainable and prosperous futures? This course explores sustainable cities as engines for greening the economy in Europe and around the world. We place cities in the context of sustainable urban transformation and climate change. We connect the key trends of urbanization, decarbonisation and sustainability. We examine how visions, experiments and innovations can transform urban areas. And we look at practices (what is happening in cities at present) and opportunities (what are the possibilities for cities going forwards into the future). This course was launched in January 2016, and it was updated in September 2021 with new podcasts, films and publications. The course is produced by Lund University in cooperation with WWF and ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability who work with creating sustainable cities. The course features researchers, practitioners and entrepreneurs from a range organisations.