Environment & Sustainability
Making a difference in the global community
In our constantly changing global landscape, individuals and organizations must keep pace with ever-evolving technologies, mandates, and skills to address environmental challenges and advance economic and sustainability goals. UC San Diego Extended Studies offers professional certificates and courses to prepare students for leadership roles and other activities in business, public service, compliance, community engagement, and environmental management.
Environmental Management
Learn to navigate the environmental policies driving sustainable growth and gain an advantage in the workplace.
Sustainability
Gain the skills you need to effectively create and implement sustainable initiatives for business, public service and the community.
Urban Planning and Preservation
Explore various methodologies for smart growth, urban design and community development.
Environment & Sustainability Programs & Certificates
CEQA Practice
Learn to assess project impacts and apply alternatives or mitigation to reduce significant environmental effects.
- Duration
- 12 months
- Cost
- $2,280
Facilities Management
Learn energy-saving, recycling, and life cycle costing strategies to boost sustainability in facilities management.
- Duration
- 12 -24 Months
- Cost
- $5,105
Sustainability & Behavior Change
Explore the psychological factors that lead people to engage in sustainable behavior and gain a clear understanding of the strategies that work.
- Duration
- 1 year or less
- Cost
- $2,575
Sustainable Business Practices
Learn core sustainability principles, the business case for going green, and how to measure sustainable practices.
- Duration
- 12 - 18 Months
- Cost
- $3,295