Carole Rapo: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2025 |
| Name | Dr. Carole Rapo |
| Address | Professur für Umweltphysik ETH Zürich, CHN E 26.1 Universitätstrasse 16 8092 Zürich SWITZERLAND |
| Telephone | +41 44 632 89 50 |
| carole.rapo@usys.ethz.ch | |
| Department | Environmental Systems Science |
| Relationship | Lecturer |
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| 701-0008-00L | Tackling Environmental Problems II  | 5 credits | 4G | M. Mader, R. Frischknecht, C. E. Pohl, C. Rapo | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | Each year in the case study we analyse a different topic from the field of sustainable development and develop solutions to it. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | Students are able: - carry out research on a given topic and present the results in a structured report which (a) shows the state of knowledge and (b) the need for knowledge and action (UPL I). - to integrate knowledge of diverse perspectives in a qualitative systems model, to identify problems and to suggest possible solutions from a specific stakeholder's perspective (UPL II). - name the different roles within a group, explain the role(s) they are suited for, self-organise in groups, identify problems of collaboration and constructively address the problems (UPL I and II). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | In the first semester the students compile what is known about the case topic, its principles and challenges. Each group of students makes an inquiry to a given part of the overall problem. The inquiry includes a thematic as well as stakeholder analysis. The results are written in a report and presented at an internal conference. During synthesis week, which takes place during semester break, the results of the different part inquiries are integrated in a qualitative system model. The students identify specific problems and develop solutions. In the second semester, students work independently and in exchange with stakeholders on previously identified problems. They develop a sustainability project with concrete measures that they could implement voluntarily in the third semester. The course concludes with the presentation of the student projects on the "Market of Measures". Most of the time students work independently in groups. Tutors support the students in key steps. Introductions are given for: - The overall topic of the case study (by external experts), - Inquiry, scientific writing and managing references (by experts of ETH library), - Role behaviour and collaboration in groups, - Preparing reports, posters and presentations, - Qualitative system modelling (SystemQ), - Developing solutions (design thinking, Checklands' soft systems methodology). | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lecture notes | Tutors will compile the case study dossier on the basis of the student reports. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Literature | Methodological documentation will be made available on Moodle during the case study together with the relevant background literature. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 743-0001-00L | CAS ETH in Climate Innovation | 10 credits | 11G | C. Rapo, D. N. Bresch, N. Gruber, P. Krütli | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | Working with real-world case studies, the Climate Innovation programme empowers climate leaders with the necessary skills and knowledge to support and lead the transition towards net zero emissions in their own context. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | Mitigation of and adaptation to climate change requires deeply transformative changes of all systems and overall society towards net zero emissions. The goal of the Climate Innovation programme is to equip climate leaders with the adequate skills and knowledge to 1) lead this transition, 2) navigate uncertainty and complexity, and 3) develop impactful solutions in interdisciplinary teams. This "Science into Practice" programme is based on: 1. System Knowledge, 2. Transformational Learning Experience, 3. Network Activation with an emphasis on Dialogue and Exchange. CAS participants will work collaboratively on real-world case studies that are relevant to their work as well as to stakeholders. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | By the end of this programme, participants will be able to - Develop high quality, critical, impactful solution in interdisciplinary teams, - Communicate successfully about change making activities, climate change challenges and related solutions to any audience, - Practice self-reflections as well as their role a climate leaders in the transition towards net zero emissions. To achieve these learning outcomes, the participants will engage in peer-learning (including CAS Alumni) and utilize a network consisting of collaborators from business, government and non-governmental sectors to identify and prototype impactful solutions in interdisciplinary teams. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Master's degree acknowledged by ETH or equivalent educational qualifications, preferably in science or humanities, with a background in natural sciences, engineering, architecture or business. The Climate Innovation programme is aimed at professionals (3 years +) from business, industry, the public sector and non-governmental organisations who deal with complex problems related to climate change. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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