Ecolabels (1 cr)
Code: AV00EA71-3001
General information
Timing
02.05.2020 - 30.09.2020
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Open UAS and Continuing Education
Campus
Ecampus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
10 - 100
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Environmental Technology
Teachers
- Liisa Routaharju
Teacher in charge
Liisa Routaharju
Objective
Students learn to identify some commonly used sustainability labeling schemes and understand how these schemes are used to promote sustainability in business by helping consumers make informed decisions. Difference between ecolabels and other sustainability tools, like management systems is also discussed.
Content
Basic ideology of labeling schemes
Commonly used labeling schemes
Global ecolabeling network
Materials
Material announced on the course LEARN platform
Teaching methods
Virtual independent studies in "LEARN" learning environment.
Students learn to identify some commonly used sustainability labeling schemes and understand how these schemes are used to promote sustainability in business by helping consumers make informed decisions. Difference between ecolabels and other sustainability tools, like management systems is also discussed.
Employer connections
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Exam schedules
Independent studies between 2.5.-30.9.2020.
Student workload
1 ECTS equals about 27 hours of student work.
Evaluation scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment methods and criteria
Approved/to be completed/failed