The course is thought to give an overview of the complexity of the energy transition that society is currently facing, including challenges as well as benefits that this transition brings with it. Moreover, the course will cover the basic principles of sustainability and how it is connected to the energy transition. Outline for distance course: The course is given as a net-based course. Assignments are submitted in the e-classroom online and you will receive personal feedback from the teacher and a forum for discussion is available. The course also includes other mandatory exercises but you can mainly choose what time of the day you study.