
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 how to analyze environmental impacts of a proposed project and adopt feasible alternatives and mitigation measures to avoid or substantially...
- Duration
- 12 months
- Cost
- $2,280

Facilities Management
Learn practical energy management solutions, current approaches to recycling and waste management, and life cycle costing strategies that improve...
- 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
Students will learn the core principles behind environmental sustainability, explore the “business case” for sustainability, and learn strategies...
- Duration
- 12 - 18 Months
- Cost
- $3,295