By the end of this course, you will be able to
Define the concept of the environment and ecological balance and their importance to human life and living organisms.
Distinguish between the different types of pollution and their sources resulting from human, industrial, and agricultural activities.
Apply pollution reduction methods through sound environmental practices in daily life.
Explain sustainable development and the green economy and their role in protecting the environment and achieving balance between humans and nature.
Differentiate between renewable and non-renewable natural resources and the ways to rationalize their consumption.
Actively participate in environmental preservation through recycling initiatives and responsible consumption, linking this to Egypt’s Vision 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals.
Course details
- 1 h 17 m/30 lessons
- Last updated: 14/12/2025
- 1 Quizzes
- Course completion certificate
Course Content
The Concept of the Environment, Ecological Balance, and Pollution
Sources of Environmental Pollution
Risks of Plastic Waste
The Green Economy
The Concept of the Environment, Ecological Balance, and Pollution
Types and Effects of Environmental Pollution
Sources of Environmental Pollution
Ways to Reduce Air Pollution
Ways to Reduce Water Pollution
Ways to Reduce Soil Pollution
Ways to Reduce Noise Pollution
Waste and Its Sources
Risks of Plastic Waste
How Can We Reduce Waste?
How Can We Manage Our Waste Properly?
Sustainable Ways of Using Resources
The Green Economy
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Egypt’s Vision 2030
Resource Efficiency
Natural Resources
Protection and Conservation of Water Resources
Responsible Production and Consumption
Avoidance, Transformation, and Improvement
The Circular Economy
Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy Sources
Renewable Energy Sources
Non-Renewable Energy Sources
Energy Conservation
Climate Change
Causes, Effects, and Ways to Address Climate Change
Adapting to the Impacts of Climate Change
Mitigating the Causes of Climate Change
Environmental Rescue Mission
About this course
The Environmental Competencies Program aims to develop learners’ awareness of the environment and its issues, and to equip them with the essential knowledge and skills that enable them to engage positively with matters of pollution, resource management, and sustainable development. The program offers an interactive and simplified journey that covers environmental concepts, ecological balance, types and sources of pollution, and methods of pollution reduction. It also introduces the green economy, resource efficiency, Egypt’s Vision 2030, and the Sustainable Development Goals. The program integrates knowledge with practice and encourages learners to adopt environmentally friendly behaviors in their daily lives.
Course requirements and prerequisites
There are no requirements for this course. Your interest in the topic and your commitment to learning are all you need to achieve the utmost benefit from this course.
Mentor
GIZ
The German Agency for International Cooperation
50 Learners
1 Course