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Stanford Online: The Role of Water and Energy for Circular Economies (XEIET120)

"XEIET120: The Role of Water and Energy for Circular Economies"" dives into sustainable water management within circular economies, stressing the importance of water in sustaining various industries. It addresses how water scarcity impacts economic growth and explores innovative strategies for managing water resources sustainably. The course covers the basics of water management, its integration into circular economies, and advanced topics like wastewater refining and the use of AI and IoT for water treatment...
  • Entrepreneurship: Light Entrepreneurship Focus
  • Sustainability: Primary Sustainability Focus
  • Eligibility: Not Yet Stanford-Affiliated
  • Objective(s): Enrich
  • Resource Type: Courses
  • Quarter(s) Available: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
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Stanford Online: Transforming the Grid: AI, Renewables, Storage, EVs, and Prosumers (XEIET237)

"XEIET237: Transforming the Grid: AI, Renewables, Storage, EVs, and Prosumers" is a course that educates on the evolving electric grid's landscape, driven by the integration of AI, renewable energy, and emerging technologies. The curriculum covers the fundamentals of electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, and the role of AI and ML in optimizing grid operations and demand response...
  • Entrepreneurship: Light Entrepreneurship Focus
  • Sustainability: Primary Sustainability Focus
  • Eligibility: Not Yet Stanford-Affiliated
  • Objective(s): Enrich
  • Resource Type: Courses
  • Quarter(s) Available: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
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Stanford Online: Economics of the Clean Energy Transition (XEIET201)

"XEIET201: Economics of the Clean Energy Transition" provides an analysis of the energy sector's shift towards sustainable solutions from an economic standpoint. It addresses the cost-effectiveness of renewable energy and the influence of public policy on decarbonization, utilizing case studies and cost-calculation tools like LCOE and LCOMD. This course is tailored for those assessing the economic feasibility of energy projects and the evolving utility business models in light of clean energy advancements...
  • Entrepreneurship: Light Entrepreneurship Focus
  • Sustainability: Primary Sustainability Focus
  • Eligibility: Not Yet Stanford-Affiliated
  • Objective(s): Enrich
  • Resource Type: Courses
  • Quarter(s) Available: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
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Stanford Online: Clean, Renewable Energy & Storage for a Sustainable Future (XEIET100)

The course "Clean, Renewable Energy & Storage for a Sustainable Future" (XEIET100), offered through the Stanford School of Engineering and the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability, is an in-depth online program focusing on transforming our energy systems. Guided by Professor Mark Jacobson, the course tackles pressing global concerns such as climate change, air pollution, and energy security, proposing comprehensive strategies for a sustainable energy future...
  • Entrepreneurship: Light Entrepreneurship Focus
  • Sustainability: Primary Sustainability Focus
  • Eligibility: Not Yet Stanford-Affiliated
  • Objective(s): Enrich
  • Resource Type: Courses
  • Quarter(s) Available: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
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Exec Ed: Leadership & Design Thinking for Corporate Sustainability Challenges

"Leadership & Design Thinking for Corporate Sustainability Challenges" is a dynamic program designed to empower professionals with the essential mindsets, frameworks, and tools needed to navigate and lead sustainability initiatives within the corporate sector..."
  • Entrepreneurship: Light Entrepreneurship Focus
  • Sustainability: Primary Sustainability Focus
  • Eligibility: Not Yet Stanford-Affiliated
  • Objective(s): Enrich
  • Resource Type: Courses
  • Quarter(s) Available: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
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Stanford Online: Strategies for Sustainability (XEIET110)

This dynamic online course is designed to empower participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to make a tangible positive impact on their organization’s financial performance and reputation through sustainable practices. Through a series of short videos, engaging online exercises, and comprehensive knowledge checks, students will master the art of applying systems thinking and the Capital Asset Framework to enhance decision-making processes...
  • Entrepreneurship: Partial Entrepreneurship Focus
  • Sustainability: Primary Sustainability Focus
  • Eligibility: Not Yet Stanford-Affiliated
  • Objective(s): Enrich, Evaluate
  • Resource Type: Courses
  • Quarter(s) Available: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
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Exec Ed: The Strategic Chief Sustainability Officer Program

This course aims to transform participants into informed and effective sustainability leaders, capable of driving significant environmental initiatives within their organizations. It provides a deep dive into the strategic and economic underpinnings of sustainable business practices, enabling participants to craft compelling business cases for sustainability projects. Through an exploration of sustainable business models, innovation frameworks, and the critical role of systems leadership, students will gain a robust understanding of how to integrate sustainability into their business strategy effectively...
  • Entrepreneurship: Partial Entrepreneurship Focus
  • Sustainability: Primary Sustainability Focus
  • Eligibility: Not Yet Stanford-Affiliated
  • Objective(s): Enrich
  • Resource Type: Courses
  • Quarter(s) Available: Summer
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Exec Ed: Sustainability Strategies: Develop Initiatives to Transform Your Business

This course is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the environmental, social, and economic impacts of climate change, emphasizing the critical need for sustainable business practices. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical applications, students will explore the root causes of climate change and the significant role businesses play in contributing to and mitigating these effects...
  • Entrepreneurship: Primary Entrepreneurship Focus
  • Sustainability: Primary Sustainability Focus
  • Eligibility: Not Yet Stanford-Affiliated
  • Objective(s): Enrich
  • Resource Type: Courses
  • Quarter(s) Available: Summer
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Big Earth Hackathon Wildland Fire Challenge (CEE 265H, EARTH 165H, EARTH 265H)

Participate in Stanford's Big Earth Hackathon challenge on wildland fires by finding an innovative solution to wildland fire prediction, prevention, and/or evacuation. Students work in self-organized diverse teams of 2-4 students in weeks 1-8, with a final presentation of the work on...
  • Entrepreneurship: Light Entrepreneurship Focus
  • Sustainability: Primary Sustainability Focus
  • Eligibility: Co-term, Graduate Students, GSB MBA1 Students, GSB MBA2 Students, GSB MSx Students, GSB Students, Masters Students, PhD Students, Stanford Students, Undergraduate Students
  • Objective(s): Discover
  • Resource Type: Courses
  • Quarter(s) Available: Spring
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Human-Centered Sustainability: Startups and Investment (CEE 213)

This course is designed for both undergrad and graduate students eager to explore how entrepreneurship can be utilized to promote sustainability and enduring positive change. Throughout this class, students have the invaluable opportunity to learn about the human-centered approach of startup making and generating the funding thesis from a teaching team of a design-thinking researcher, seasoned venture capitalists, and accomplished entrepreneurs, gaining insights into their strategies for creating lasting impacts...
  • Entrepreneurship: Primary Entrepreneurship Focus
  • Sustainability: Primary Sustainability Focus
  • Eligibility: Co-term, Graduate Students, GSB MBA1 Students, GSB MBA2 Students, GSB MSx Students, GSB Students, Masters Students, PhD Students, Stanford Students, Undergraduate Students
  • Objective(s): Enrich
  • Resource Type: Courses
  • Quarter(s) Available: Spring, Winter

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