Carbon Neutral Education: Reducing Carbon Footprint and Expanding Carbon Brainprint

Baumber, Alex; Luetz, Johannes M.; Metternicht, Graciela

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-95870-5_13

Encyclopedia of the UN Sustainable Development Goals

2020

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-95870-5_13

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Carbon Neutral Education: Reducing Carbon Footprint and Expanding Carbon Brainprint

Alex Baumber¹,

Johannes M. Luetz²,

Graciela Metternicht³

Abstract: Carbon neutral education may be defined as: • The provision of education services in a manner that results in no net increase of greenhouse gas concentrations in the Earth's atmosphere • Education of an organization or an individual around how they can ensure that their activities result in no net increase of greenhouse gas concentrations in the Earth's atmosphere This entry deals with both of these dimensions of the term carbon neutral education.

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University forests and carbon sequestration: an untapped potential

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The role of universities in addressing climate change is often discussed, but one crucial aspect tends to be overlooked: their potential contribution to carbon sequestration. Many universities around the world possess significant tracts of land, often featuring substantial forested areas. These landscapes represent an underutilised opportunity for nature-based solutions that facilitate carbon sequestration. This paper discusses the current trends and status of university-owned forests, highlighting some of the largest and most ecologically significant forests managed by academic institutions across different regions worldwide. It explores their capacity for carbon sequestration, their biodiversity value, and the potential they hold for contributing to global climate change mitigation efforts. Furthermore, the article examines how these university forests can serve as dynamic, living laboratories for research, education, and conservation, as well as spaces for community engagement. In addition to their environmental benefits, these green spaces can enhance human health and well-being. Based on this analysis, the paper offers recommendations for universities on how to optimise their forested lands as carbon sinks and enhance their role in advancing sustainable practices, research, and education. Graphical abstract

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The European Education Initiative as a Mitigation Mechanism for Energy Transition

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The transformation of the European energy sector is becoming a priority for the European Union. This is indicated, for instance, in the European Union strategy known as the European Green Deal. According to the Green Deal, the area of ‘research and innovation’ is one which can counteract climate change. Universities can play a significant role in this by adopting a pedagogical approach aimed at mobilizing the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in young professionals. In addition to modifying curricula related to mining, energy, and environmental engineering, i.e., activities in recognized, traditional schemes, one prospective tool may be the involvement of students and PhD candidates in European initiatives such as the InnoEnergy PhD School (which is funded by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology). This paper aims to discuss the InnoEnergy PhD School programme as a possible instrument for mitigating the negative effects of energy transformation. The article analyzes the programme using a case study method, including surveys and open interviews. The paper draws attention to and highlights the role of human resources in the field of education and the stimulation of innovation, as well as the need to strengthen the business component in the education of PhD candidates.

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Carbon Neutral Education: Reducing Carbon Footprint and Expanding Carbon Brainprint

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University forests and carbon sequestration: an untapped potential

University forests and carbon sequestration: an untapped potential

The European Education Initiative as a Mitigation Mechanism for Energy Transition

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