This course on Global Resources and Sustainability explores how essential resources such as food, water, and energy are distributed, managed, and consumed across the world. It is designed to help learners understand the relationship between human demand and environmental sustainability.
The course begins with global access to resources, explaining how different regions experience unequal availability of food, water, and natural materials. Learners will explore the social, economic, and environmental factors that influence resource distribution worldwide.
It also covers food demand in the UK, highlighting how population growth, consumption patterns, and economic development affect food supply systems. Students will examine the environmental impact of food production, including food miles and carbon footprints, which show how transportation and supply chains contribute to climate change.
Another key topic is agricultural systems, comparing organic farming and agribusiness to understand their environmental and economic differences. The course also explores water demand and management, including water transfer schemes used to balance supply and demand in different regions.
By the end of this course, learners will have a clear understanding of global resource challenges and the importance of sustainable managem
