Gender Equality and Human Rights in Climate Action and Renewable Energy

The course includes 3 modules. These have specific learning objectives and contain a broad range of features such as videos, case studies and exercises. Each module is divided into 4 lessons of around 30 minutes each.

The course provides learners with the option to choose and combine different thematic modules. There are two main learning pathways available that participants can select based on their interests. Pathway 1 is particularly intended for renewable energy experts and professionals of financial institutions. Pathway 2 is designed specifically for climate change and green economy policymakers. Both learning pathways have a common introductory module. Participants can also opt to take all three modules.

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Target Audience

The course is of particular interest to the following audiences:

1. National policymakers, government officials and stakeholders in sectors of climate change, gender equality and renewable energy, as well as regional actors;

2. Renewable energy service providers and officials of financial institutions in renewable energy entrepreneurship;

3. Anyone interested in learning more about gender equality and human rights-based approaches in the renewable energy sector.

Learning Objectives

After completing the course, participants will be able to:

Describe the nexus between gender equality, human rights, renewable energy, and climate change
Explain how a gender-responsive and human rights-based approach in climate action leads to economic, social, and environmental benefits
Recognize international and sectoral commitments on gender equality, human rights, and climate change and their relationship with national priorities and policies
Identify entry points for gender and human rights in renewable energy and climate policy and action
Select and apply tools and approaches for the promotion of human rights-based and gender-responsive climate action
Discuss targeted opportunities for women in climate change and renewable energy, with a particular focus on multi-stakeholder collaboration, renewable energy entrepreneurship, and access to finance.