ainability introduces key geographical concepts related to food, water, and resource management. It is designed for students and learners interested in environmental geography, sustainability, and global resource challenges.
The course begins by examining global access to resources and how the availability of food, water, and energy differs across regions and countries. Learners explore the social, economic, and environmental factors that influence resource distribution worldwide.
A key focus is placed on food systems and sustainability. The course discusses UK food demand, food miles, and carbon footprints, helping learners understand how food production and transportation impact the environment and contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.
The course also compares organic farming and agribusiness, highlighting different agricultural approaches and their effects on sustainability, productivity, and environmental health.
Water management is another important topic, including water demand in the UK and water transfer schemes used to distribute water resources between regions. Learners gain insight into how governments and engineers manage water shortages and supply systems.
By the end of the course, learners develop
