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About the Course

Ecosystem services are a way of thinking about – and evaluating – the goods and services provided by nature that contribute to the well-being of humans. This MOOC will cover scientific (technical), economic, and socio-political dimensions of the concept through a mix of theory, case-studies, interviews with specialists and a serious-game. By the end of this course, our aim is to enable you to: • define the concept of ecosystem services, its principles and limitations • understand the key services associated with any ressource (e.g., fresh water) through readings and case-studies • appreciate the advantages and potential risks of monetising ecosystem services • appreciate the social dimensions (power issues, cultural biases) embedded within any method • integrate tactical advice on mainstreaming this approach into policy and standard government practices • Optional: learn how to map ecosystem services with GIS tools The session that runs May 29th- July 10th will be actively monitored by the instructors, and learners will have the opportunity to ask questions. This course was developed by instructors from the University of Geneva with the help of numerous researchers and input from the Geneva Water Hub and the Natural Capital Project. The course was financed by the University of Geneva, the Global Programme Water Initiatives of the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), and the Luc Hoffmann Institute. This MOOC is supported by the Geneva Water Hub and the University of Geneva along with the MOOC in « Water Resources Management and Policy » (www.coursera.org/learn/water-management) and the one in « International Water Law » (www.coursera.org/learn/droit-eau). We look forward to you joining us!...

Top reviews

SS

Jul 12, 2019

Goes into adequate depth both for someone who is new to the concept as well as for someone who has a fairly well established background of Environmental and Spatial Planning.

LA

Jan 7, 2020

The concepts introduced in this course will be extremely useful in my work when trying to communicate the value of ecosystem services to decision-makers.

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By Stephen G

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Nov 17, 2020

This course gave me valuable insights into ecosystem services.

By manish k

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Jul 24, 2020

good and valuable knowledge has share with sir, thanks for it

By Swagat S

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Feb 12, 2024

awesome course with in-depth information regarding ecosystem

By jose l b

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Sep 22, 2022

Muy bien, seguir adelante, haciendo cursos de buena calidad.

By Ivan E B R

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Dec 2, 2020

This was a great way to learn about environmental valuation

By KAREN A R G

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Jul 19, 2021

Very complete and easy to understand explanations

By Ketaki S

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May 6, 2020

Fantastic approach, teachings and perspectives.

By JAVIER F V

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Sep 14, 2023

A great course, with excellents instructors.

By Aung K K K

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Sep 27, 2020

I am very satisfy in the course materials

By Anne-Laure P A

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Oct 7, 2024

Crucial for the challenges of our time.

By Kumaran V V

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Sep 9, 2020

A Great Exposure to the real World

By Samuel R

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Jun 12, 2017

Professional and really inspiring.

By Leopoldo E P C

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Jun 13, 2023

It's a very well planning course

By Azadeh O

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Jan 30, 2025

absolutely professionally done!

By Mitesh S

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Jan 10, 2023

Good Course. Valuable treat.

By Iktiar A T

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Aug 26, 2020

This one is the best course

By Juan P A P

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May 25, 2020

Very interesting and useful

By Abhishek

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May 28, 2020

A course worth doing.

By ABHIJIT G

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Jul 9, 2017

Great Course indeed!

By rosario f

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Dec 19, 2021

Excelente. Gracias

By Bilge K

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Oct 15, 2024

Very comprehensive

By Adeeb A S S

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Jul 28, 2023

perfect course 💯

By Mahendra K D

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Oct 25, 2022

WExcellent course

By Cassia N

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Jan 7, 2024

Excelente curso.

By Leticia B

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Feb 15, 2022

Excellent course