Free Course of November: Climate Change Fundamentals
Understanding the forces shaping the steel industry’s transformation
The transition to low-emission steelmaking begins with understanding why it matters. This month, steeluniversity spotlights Climate Change Fundamentals, a concise and engaging course by the Green Steel Academy that explores the science behind our changing climate and its implications for the future of industry.
Through clear explanations and accessible examples, the course revisits essential concepts such as the difference between climate change and global warming, the greenhouse effect, and the causes and impacts of global temperature rise. It also offers insight into frameworks like the Paris Agreement and corporate initiatives such as GFG’s CN30 mission, showing how awareness and action go hand in hand.
🌱 From knowledge to transformation
As the steel sector accelerates its journey toward decarbonisation, technologies such as hydrogen reduction, carbon capture, and enhanced recycling are leading the way. Yet, understanding the science behind these innovations is just as important as developing them. Climate Change Fundamentals provides the foundation to make sense of this transition — connecting climate literacy with technological progress.
In just 35 minutes, you’ll strengthen your understanding of the global challenge, explore hopeful solutions, and reflect on your role in shaping a sustainable future. Because awareness is where every transformation begins.
Learning outcomes
- Understand the difference between climate change and global warming
- Recognise the main causes and impacts of climate change on our planet
- Explain how the greenhouse effect works and why it matters
- Identify key global responses such as the Paris Agreement and sustainability frameworks
- Reflect on your role in supporting decarbonisation and climate action in the steel industry