ECOnsumer Training Course

M1. What competences do I need to become a sustainable e-consumer?

In this module you will explore the multifaceted dimensions of green consumption, its relevance in addressing global challenges, and its intertwined connection with the digital competencies essential for navigating a sustainable and eco-conscious marketplace.

M2. Impact of my e-consumer choices on environmental sustainability

In this module, you will explore the relationship between individual e-consumption behaviours and their environmental impact, the concept of e-consumption, examining its prevalence in contemporary society and its significance in the context of environmental sustainability.

M3. Advertising and sustainable choices: An Eco Shopper's Guide

In this journey, we’ll provide you with knowledge on how to be a conscious, responsible e-consumer, understand search engine marketing, and resist the traps of advertisements. Let’s embark on this conscious and responsible journey together!

M4. Understanding eco-labels and sustainable certifications

In this module, you will find an introduction to sustainable consumption and many tips for sustainable electronic consumption, in particular how to be aware and conscious while buying on the internet and how to read and understand properly the eco-labels and sustainability certifications. There will be also case studies and examples.

M5. Sustainable products for sustainable e-consumption

In this module, you will discover essential insights into identifying and finding sustainable products and services. Learn to navigate the wide range of resources available to make informed choices, from recognizing eco-friendly materials to understanding ethical service delivery.

M6. How to care for the planet through digital tools

In this module you will learn more about the impact of e-consumption on the environment, understand what digital competences are related to becoming an eco-friendlier consumer and access some tips on how to do so. 

M7. Designing your plan to be a sustainable e-consumer

In this module, we’ll provide you with procedure of crafting your own Sustainable Consumer Plan on how to be a conscious and responsible e-consumer. You will learn how to organise your purchasing process, buy things sustainably and not to waste money and resources.

M8. Do we buy green? Day-to-day actions for sustainable e-consumption

This module is composed by 7 case studies and 7 exercises, through which participants will learn about real-world scenarios focused on changing habits and behaviours in the e-purchasing process. These set of educational resources have been developed under the DigCompConsumers Framework.

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