Future climate change can only kept within reasonable bounds when CO2 emissions are drastically reduced. In this course, we will discuss a portfolio of options involving the alteration of natural carbon sinks and carbon sequestration. The course includes introductory lectures, presentations from guest speakers from industry and the public sector, and final presentations by the students.

In this course, we discuss what is physically necessary to limit human-induced climate change and what options we have to achieve this. We analyze the sectoral sources of anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions, examine the methods for reducing emissions for each sector, including technological and demand-side options. Finally, we reflect on the psychological dimensions of climate change mitigation

The objective of the systems analysis course is to deepen and illustrate the mathematical concepts on the basis of a series of very concrete examples. Topics covered include: linear box models with one or several variables, non-linear box models with one or several variables, time-discrete models, and continuous models in time and space.

The seminar brings together students in the field of atmosphere and climate. Based on classic and current scientific articles, presentation techniques (presentations, poster presentations) are practised and students get a first insight into research in the field of atmosphere and climate.