GEF Institute was established to meet the increasing global market demand for sustainability education and training. The Institute develops state-of-the art online courses in sustainability concepts for use by K-12 schools, colleges and universities, and corporations. The Institute’s robust certificate program distinguishes those with a proven comprehensive understanding of important sustainability topics. Many Institute courses are eligible for academic credit.

Please use Use the following e-Textbooks for further development and certification on Sustainability Education:

Principles of Sustainability

Water and Sustainability

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