Accredited Carbon Literacy training

Develop and certify your carbon literacy through our accredited online training.

Outline of Activity

Complete this activity to gain accredited certification from the Carbon Literacy Project and get Carbon Literate certified. Completing this EDGE activity signals a professional commitment to tackling climate change. Delivered by Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful, contact the Ulster University activity co-ordinator for proposed dates.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of each course, students will have explored:

the basics of climate change science
how climate change has greater impact on vulnerable groups in our communities
the impacts and risks of climate change for Northern Ireland and regions across the globe
how governments have responded to the climate emergency at a global and local level
specific ways that you as an individual and your local community can make changes to reduce carbon emissions and improve the lives of current and future generations
resources and networks that connect communities in developing climate action projects

Assessment Details

Register your interest in upcoming Carbon Literacy training

Registration is now open for students to request a place on one of the following dates for accredited Carbon Literacy Training. This course is delivered and accredited by Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful (KNIB):

Date of Carbon Literacy Training	Registration Link
13th November 2025	Book your place for 13th November
4th March 2026	Book your place for 4th March
25th March 2026	Book your place for 25th March

Students must complete the questionnaire emailed to them at the end of the course by KNIB. Once completed and returned, students will then receive their Carbon Literacy Certificate.

Securing Ulster EDGE Award or Ulster Graduate Award recognition for Carbon Literacy:

For students completing the Ulster Graduate Award (Year 1 undergraduate) you will submit your Carbon Literacy certificate as part of your final application.

For students completing the Ulster EDGE Award you will upload your certificate this via this link

Ulster EDGE Award Submission link