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Macroeconomics of Climate: Transitioning to Net-zero

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Overview

Learn about the general investment needs for a net-zero emission transition, as well as the roadmap for decarbonization.

What you'll learn

  • Define the four building blocks of a growth and distribution friendly mitigation strategy.
  • Compare the effects of mitigation policies on commodity prices, trade patterns, and fossil fuel exporters' economies, as well as domestically and international…
  • Describe the general investment needs for a net-zero emission transition.
  • Identify a roadmap for decarbonization across sectors.

Skills you'll practise

ResearchNet ZeroMacroeconomicsCapacity DevelopmentDecarbonation

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages

  • University courses you can audit for free, with lectures, readings and practice quizzes.
  • A verified certificate from the university if you pay for it.
  • From International Monetary Fund, a well-regarded name.
  • Self-paced: start any time.

Disadvantages

  • Graded assignments and the certificate need the paid track.
  • Audit access can expire a few weeks after the course ends.
  • Learning is free, but the certificate costs money.
  • Some parts (graded work, certificate) are paid.

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Free to audit

  • Free: Choose "Audit this course" when you enrol: lectures, readings and practice are free.
  • Paid: Graded assignments and the verified certificate (Certificate $25). Audit access may end after the course closes.

Taught by

  • Gregor SchwerhoffEconomist
  • Florence JaumotteDeputy Division Chief, Structural and Climate Policies Division

International Monetary Fund is in Tier 2: excellent universities and the companies that build the technology of our institution ranking (84/100).

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