Economic Development and Green Transition

Education facts

Code: 2EH702

The term green transition lacks a precise definition but generally refers to the broad societal transformation required to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and mitigate global warming. This course examines the driving forces and conditions underpinning the green transition in Sweden and globally, from historical, economic, and technological perspectives. Emphasis is placed on major developments since the Industrial Revolution, with particular attention to the evolving roles of companies, markets, and political systems in shaping both past and contemporary responses to environmental challenges. **Outline for distance course:** This is an online course, primarily based on independent study. Correspondence with the teachers takes place via the course platform. There are no physical meetings. The course is assessed through written assignments. Access to a computer and internet connection is required to participate in the course.

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Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Economic Development and Green Transition

  Uppsala University

  Start date: 4 November 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %