HESD-J, Kanazawa Tohoku University Graduate School of Environmental Studies. Environmental Leader Program

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1 HESD-J, Kanazawa Tohoku University Graduate School of Environmental Studies Environmental Leader Program

2 The Concept of the EL Those capable of developing comprehensive strategies which integrate the environment, the economy and society. Environmental experts (pollution prevention, environmental assessment, protection and management). Those whose primary skill is elsewhere but who have the ability to integrate their own area of expertise with environmental and sustainability objectives.

3 T-shape Vision of Environmental Leaders Understanding of the relationship between one s own expertise and the environment Holistic and interdisciplinary perspectives on the environment Expertise-e.g. technology, business, law etc

4 Environmental Leader Program Strategic Energy and Resource Management and Sustainable Solutions (SERMSS) philosophy: Global environmental problems are most crucial international issues and have been increasing while, at the same time, the world economy improves. Especially in Asia and Africa, the development and finding of renewable energy and resources are urgent issues. We established this program with the aim of fostering international and environmental leaders who have advanced expertise in the field of energy and resources, management skills, practical ability, and comprehensive ability for specific policy proposals and for planning international business strategies for the next generation. Target leaders: all Masters and Doctorate postgraduate students in the Graduate School of Environmental Sciences; covering a range of science, engineering and humanities disciplines. A range of nationalities and cultures. Potential outcome: equip leading researchers to apply their skills in future jobs to environmental sustainability in Japan and rest of World.

5 Specific Focus of Tohoku EL Strategy Meet needs of Asia and Africa for Environmental Leadership Global and regional environmental challenges (especially, energy, resources and water) Bird s eye view Energy, Resources, Water specialties Strategy and vision Understand from local to global problems International approaches Technology Policy Comprehensive analysis Management Strategy formulation International SERMSS Environmental Leadership Program Tohoku University 5

6 T-shape Human Resources and many Disciplines Comprehensive abilities 国際性 Practical Management Strategic ELTP Subjects Solution Creation Environment Management and Business Sustainability Fundamentals Environmental Leader Training and Internships Energy and Resources Urban water environment International Sustainable environment Material and recycling resources Environmental Chemistry and Ecosystems Global Energy System Global environment and Society Special Expertise

7 Qualifications Provided Master Course: Two-year professional education or advanced practical education program -Master s degree and Certificate of International Environmental Leadership -Environmental Leader Master Certificate (ELMC) -Excellent students will be certified as Professional Master for Sustainable Environment(PMSE). Doctor Course: Advanced and professional research and internship (both required) -Doctor s degree and Certificate of International Environmental Leadership -Environmental Leader Doctor Certificate (ELDC) -Excellent students will be certified as Professional Director for Sustainable Environment (PDSE). Basic Environmental Leader Training Course -Development of comprehensive ability including international perspective, practical ability, management ability and strategic planning skills - Environmental Leader Training Certificate -Excellent students will be certified as Professional Master/Leader for Sustainable Environment.

8 Course Capacity Target Initial Plan: Each year 12 in the extended course and 8 in the basic course (Total of 80 over 4 years) No. Total Extended Masters Extended Doctors Basic Course Actual Plan 2011/2 2012/3 2013/4 2014/5 15 (non-j 8; Japanese 7) 10 (non-j 4; Japanese 6) 15 (non-j 14; Japanese 1) 3 (non-j 3;Japanese0) 3 (non-j 1;Japanese2) 10 (non-j 9;Japanese1) 8 (non- J4;Japanese4) 4 (non- J2;Japanese2) 8 (non- J4;Japanese4) 4 (non- J2;Japanese2) SERMSS Environmental Leadership Program Tohoku University 8

9 ELTP Content Principles of Sustainability- origin of the sustainability issue, detailed analysis of current challenges and the system failures which lead to unsustainable development Environmental Leader Training seminars- developing interpersonal and intercultural skills on the international stage Solution Creation- processes of creating new technologies strategies and technologies Environmental management and sustainable businessapproaches in companies to developing more sustainable approaches Energy and resources- understanding the current energy and resource situation and potential strategies for a sustainable future Water and urban environment- focus on the supply, management and treatment of water in cities Fieldwork- visits to environmentally-focused companies and local administrations Internships- periods of internships internationally suited to the student s own field of expertise SERMSS Environmental Leadership Program Tohoku University

10 Aims and approach of the Sustainability Course AIMS Provide Strong motivation a determined mind with an understanding of the complexity and diversity in promoting sustainable development Specialism Covers the fields in the GSES (from materials to biological processes) PLUS knowledge of the link between the speciality and environmental issues Leadership Strengthen personal skills on analysis, communication and international outlook APPROACH To provide motivation, detailed understanding is necessary: Understand sustainability issues, the evolution of the sustainability debate and concepts. Identify viewpoints on sustainability held by business and other stakeholder groups. debate sustainability issues with colleagues from other jobs and organisations.

11 Leadership Skills (EL Seminars) Language and Interpersonal skills Understanding different stakeholder viewpoints Communicating your ideas Negotiating outcomes with other stakeholders Developing an international analytical perspective Logic, analytical and reasoning skills Practice in analysing and debating specific environmental themes

12 Sustainability and Business - - Key issues for sustainable development which impact on business - Tools for assessing the performance of businesses on sustainable development. - Sustainability reporting - Supply chain pressures. - Alternative planning and analytical approaches. - Case studies - Targets for innovation- natural resources 3Rs, New energy and energy efficiency - Targets for innovation- Government policies, eco-design, Sustainable organisations, Bottom of the Pyramid and ecosystem business Textbook: Sustainability Duty or Opportunity for Business ISBN-10: ISBN-13:

13 Fieldwork 資源 エネルギー枯渇時代の技術を考えるハイテクもローテクも Solid Waste recycle and treatment facility Metal extraction Local Broadcasting Waste water treatment Eco-town Wind Power 13

14 International and National Internships University of Oregon China (4 locations) Norwegian University Japan (4 locations) National Research Center and Gabal EL-Asfar Waste Water Treatment Plant (Egypt) SERMSS Environmental Leadership Program Tohoku University 14

15 Results and Student Feedback Total graduates: 70 Regular course: 19 (2012 : 8; March 2013 : 11) Basic course: 51 (2011 : 14, 2012: 28, 2013 : 9) Countries: China 35, Vietnam 8, Japan 18, Indonesia 2, Bangladesh 1, Ecuador 1, Brazil 1, Kenya 1, Sweden 1, Mexico, Jordan 1, Egypt 2, Philippines 1, Thailand 2, Pakistan 1, Iran 1, Korea 1 Survey questions: A. Class content was easy to understand B. Main issues were identified and clearly explained C. Degree of personal interest in the class Ranking: 5: Very strong; 4: Strong; 3: Can t say; 2: Not very; 1: Not at all Course A B C Principles of Sustainability (2012) Sustainability and Business (2012) Energy and Resources (2011) Solution Creation (2011) Urban water (2011) EL special training (2011) This experience has provided me a wonderful chance to improve my expertise and communicative ability.. and enriched my professional knowledge focused on sustainable development and environmental management. These studies were also helpful to my research.. with the wide vision this program supplied, I have a new way of thinking about my research field. Thanks to this program, I have realized the responsibility of being an environmental leader, and because my native China is a developing country, such study and training have great significance to our work of 15 environmental protection.

16 In Summary: Specific Outcomes Influence on career choices Provides connection between own discipline and environmental sustainability Strengthens personal skills Enhances job prospects whether or not associated with environmental issues Check our Quarterly Bulletin