Course Title: Going Green at the Workplace
Hours required: 24
Price: $99
Length course offered: 6 Weeks
Instructor: Brad Bergman [Bio]
Description:
First, we'll talk about how you can trim your energy costs without reducing your productivity by making your lighting, HVAC, and building control systems more efficient. After that, we'll explore ways to cut your water bill and look at waste reduction strategies that can save you money while helping you move toward a sustainable business model. We'll also delve into transportation and shipping, examining the benefits of alternative fuels, hybrids, and all-electric vehicles.
Next, you'll get a primer on renewable energy and learn how to integrate wind and solar power into your energy use plan. You'll also learn about buying green power, carbon offsets, and renewable energy credits. And finally, you'll get the information you need about LEED accreditation and how to measure and manage your carbon emissions in order to comply with any eventual carbon tax or cap-and-trade system.
Throughout the course, you'll examine real-world examples of energy-saving solutions and find out how to calculate the costs, benefits, and paybacks of these projects. You'll also learn how to communicate the environmental benefits of your actions to your customers and your business partners, transforming your business into a leader in the green economy.
Goals:
In this course, you'll discover how to save energy, save money, and reduce your carbon footprint, all at the same time.
Grading System:
Confirmation of Completion awarded with passing score.
School Description:
No matter where you live, you will be able to take any of our comprehensive, convenient online courses offered in connection with a college or university near you. Click "Enroll Now" to find the partner school for the course you want to take.
Instructor Bio: Brad Bergman
Brad Bergman has spent his entire career working with low-carbon technologies. He has experience generating both nuclear power and utility-scale solar-thermal power. He has also helped numerous businesses and local governments implement energy-saving sustainability strategies as a demand-side energy management specialist. His formal education includes both Mechanical Engineering and Information Technology, and he holds an MBA with a specialization in Technology Management. Brad currently works as a renewable energy professional and teaches classes as an adjunct professor.
