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Environmental Leadership
Seeing the Forest and the Trees: A Practical Introduction to Systems Thinking
(Nov) GLEL2953, (Apr) GLEL2954
Have you wondered why we keep facing the same issues, spinning our wheels without getting anywhere? Do you feel stuck in a rut, trying to
x problems with the same old thinking and tools? This interactive course introduces the basics of systems thinking through a practical, hands- on approach that provides sensible tools for change and an understanding of systems and how they apply in a complex world.
Facilitators: Michael Keller. See bio on page 42. And Jean Singer. See bio on page 50.
Length: 1 day
Date: Fri, Nov 30, 2012 or Fri, Apr 5, 2013
Time: 9am – 5pm
Cost: $195 (tax exempt)
Best to Register by: Fri, Nov 16, 2012 or Fri, Mar 22, 2013
What on Earth Do
You Meme? Learning to effectively communicate environmental issues with people from diverse backgrounds GLEL3015
Do you feel that many critical issues facing us – oil pipelines,
climate change, species loss, water quality, etc. – are not being taken seriously by the public or policy makers? It
feels like discussions are “preaching to the choir” and leaving out those who see economic competitiveness as having priority. Learn to bring empathetic listening and a
real conversation to people from differing traditions, worldviews, and value positions (“value memes”).
Facilitators: Duncan M. Taylor. See bio on page 50. And Hilary Leighton. See bio on page 47.
Length: 1 day
Date: Sat, Jun 15, 2013
Time: 10am – 4pm
Cost: $125 (tax exempt)
Best to Register by: Sat, Jun 1, 2013
The Work That Reconnects GLEL2949
This life-changing experience, based on the work of Joanna Macy, offers genuine witness to others, re-awakens your gratitude, and explores the interconnectedness of life. Share your deepest concerns about dif cult times, climate change, environmental degradation, and human suffering while experiencing a shift to hope and renewed energy. Spend time in nature and community, learning practices and accessing
creative capacities that nurture paradigm shifts and offer sustaining resources for forward movement.
Facilitators: Jackie Larkin. See bio on page 46. And Olive Dempsey. See bio on page 42.
Length: 2 days
Date: Sat & Sun, Oct 27 & 28, 2012 Time: Sat 9am – 8pm,
Sun 9am – 5pm
Cost: $185 (tax exempt)
Best to Register by: Sat, Oct 13, 2012
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change and environmental issues, many barriers prevent individuals, businesses, governments, and organizations from taking meaningful
action. This course, designed to encourage leadership among emerging and seasoned professionals, offers an understanding of how sustainability champions can impact systems, structures, policies, and attitudes to enhance corporate and community leadership.
Case studies provide ways to integrate sustainability into decision-making in the organization and accelerate action on the ground.
Facilitator: Sarah Webb. See bio on page 51.
Length: 3 weeks online
Date: Mon, May 6 – Fri, May 24, 2013 Time: asynchronous
Cost: $295 (tax exempt)
Best to Register by: Mon,
Apr 22, 2013
Carbon Economics and Carbon Markets – ONLINE
GLLE3031
Economic approaches for addressing greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), such as cap and trade systems, carbon offsets, and carbon taxes, as carbon market transactions now exceed $100 billion annually. This course examines the economic principles and
The Carbon and Energy Leadership Certi cate
is designed to broaden understanding and development of carbon and energy leadership in terms of leading environmental action, adaption and mitigation, and understanding climate change economics and nancing. Choose 6 courses from this list to complete the certi cate requirements in either online or face to face learning.
The Catalyst Effect:
Accelerating Personal and Organizational Leadership in Climate Action – ONLINE
GLLE3029
Despite recognition of climate
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