Postgraduate Certificate in Macroeconomics of Climate Change

• Introduction to Macroeconomics of Climate Change – This unit will cover the fundamental concepts and principles of macroeconomics as they relate to climate change, including the economic impact of climate change on various sectors and the role of government in mitigating and adapting to its effects. • Climate Change Policy – This unit will delve into the various policy options available to address climate change, including carbon pricing, regulations, and subsidies. Students will learn about the economic rationale for different policies, as well as their political and social implications. • Climate Finance – This unit will explore the financial mechanisms and instruments used to fund climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts, including green bonds, carbon credits, and public-private partnerships. Students will learn how to evaluate the effectiveness of different financing strategies and how to design and implement their own. • Climate Modeling – This unit will provide an overview of the mathematical and statistical models used to simulate the economic and environmental impacts of climate change. Students will learn how to interpret and analyze the results of these models, as well as how to use them to inform policy decisions. • Natural Resource Economics – This unit will examine the economic principles that govern the use and management of natural resources, including renewable and non-renewable resources. Students will learn how to balance the competing demands for these resources in a way that maximizes economic and environmental sustainability. • Sustainable Development – This unit will explore the concept of sustainable development and its relationship to macroeconomics and climate change. Students will learn about the various dimensions of sustainable development, including economic, social, and environmental, and how to design and implement policies that promote sustainable development. • Energy Economics – This unit will examine the economic principles that govern the production and consumption of energy, including the role of markets, government regulation, and technology. Students will learn about the challenges and opportunities associated with transitioning to a low-carbon energy system, and how to design and implement policies that support this transition. • International Trade and Climate Change – This unit will explore the relationship between international trade and climate change, including the impact of trade policies on greenhouse gas emissions and the potential for trade to facilitate the diffusion of clean technologies. Students will