Environment & Sustainability major

Environment & Sustainability major
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Programme Grande école Ingénieurs
4ème année
Septembre
Initial
Paris
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“We know what needs to be done. It’s time to do it.”
Valérie MASSON-DELMOTTE, Co-Chair of the IPCC
and climatologist.

Alma Santa Rita

Head of the Environment & Sustainability Major

Environment & Sustainability major

Make your planet green again

  • Duration : 2 years
  • Start date: September
  • Campus: Paris
  • ECTS credits : 120
  • Language of instruction: French and English
  • Rhythm: Initial only

Presentation of the Environment & Sustainability Major

In a context marked by enormous challenges for humanity, such as climate change, resource scarcity, social inequalities and ecosystem degradation, the younger generations play a decisive role.

This program trains students to design and deploy innovative, sustainable and responsible solutions that reconcile technological performance, respect for the environment and social equity.

Our students develop solid scientific and technological skills, a systemic understanding of global issues and the ability to take concrete action, using digital tools and artificial intelligence, to support the transition of our economy towards a sustainable model.

Objectives of the Environment & Sustainability Major

Master all the technical, economic and financial aspects of the energy sector (production, transport, storage, distribution, uses, etc.) as well as the energy of housing, cities, ICTs, etc.

Identify the main challenges, levers and constraints of energy transition policies.

Anticipate changes and innovations in the energy sector.

Career opportunities for the Environment & Sustainability Major

Examples of positions held by Alumni :

  • RTE: Low-carbon mission manager
  • CMA CGM: Environmental Officer
  • PwC: Sustainability & Climate Change Manager
  • Bloom: Energy and Climate Engineer

Examples of courses:

  • Thermal machine
  • Applied chemistry
  • Electrical engineering and power electronics
  • Fossil fuels
  • Mathematical and statistical methods for simulation
  • Fluid mechanics
  • Science, climate and sustainability
  • Dynamics of complex systems
  • Biochemical foundationsfor the environment
  • Environmental, social and health impacts
  • Corporate social responsibility and sustainable reporting
  • Water pollution and treatment
  • Waste management and treatment
  • Environment, health and safety management in the workplace

The person in charge of the Major – Alma SANTA RITA

She holds an engineering degree in Chemistry (UNAM, Mexico) and a Master’s degree in Energy and Environment (Ecole des Mines de Nantes).
She has over 20 years’ experience dedicated to the energy transition, holding senior positions in both the public sector (Ministry of Economy and Ministry of Energy, Mexico) and the private sector (Biofields, ENAL, Alego, Green city).

Alma is also co-founder of EneSus, a sustainable development consultancy. Passionate about renewable energies, she has contributed to the development of various projects in Latin America and Europe, including solar, wind and geothermal power plants.

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