This course aims to develop better understanding of energy and environmental issues with sustainable development. It focuses on raising the awareness of the world's connection to environmental issues, examining the principles and tools for sustainable processes and exploring the methods for reducing the environmental impact.  The students will learn about fundamental concepts of sustainability and the methods to evaluate their significance.  Sustainable processes in the wider economic, social and environmental contexts will be covered. 

The course is designed with an emphasis on interdisciplinary reflection, systems thinking and sharing of students' own experience. The teaching/learning will be supported by video presentations, seminars, web-based resources, site visit and group discussions.