Introduction to Sustainability and ESG

Introduction to Sustainability & ESG

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Course overview

This workshop is designed to provide professionals with a comprehensive understanding of sustainability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. Participants will explore the importance of sustainability in business, understand ESG criteria, and learn how to implement sustainable practices in their organization.

learning objectives

Understand the concept of sustainability and its significance in the modern business context.
Gain insights into ESG criteria and their role in corporate strategy.
Learn practical approaches to integrating sustainability and ESG into business operations.
Develop skills to assess and report on ESG performance.

Course Duration

This course is designed to include lectures and interactive sessions, and will be completed within One Day (9AM-5PM).

Training Modules

This course is divided into the following Modules for better understanding, which will be all covered within the speculated course duration.

Module 1: Introduction to Sustainability

Lecture: What is Sustainability?
- Definition and history
- Importance in the 21st century
Case Study:Successful Sustainable Business Practices
Activity:Group Discussion on Sustainability Challenges in Various Industries

Module 2: Understanding ESG

Lecture:Overview of ESG
- Definition and components (Environmental, Social, Governance)
- ESG vs. Traditional Financial Metrics
- Case Study:ESG Leaders in the Market
Activity:Interactive Quiz on ESG Concepts

Module 3: Environmental Criteria

Lecture: Environmental Sustainability
- Key environmental issues (climate change, resource depletion, waste management)
- Strategies for reducing environmental impact
Workshop:Creating an Environmental Action Plan for Your Organization
Activity:Group Exercise on Carbon Footprint Calculation

Module 4: Social Criteria

Lecture:Social Responsibility
- Workplace diversity and inclusion
- Community engagement and impact
- Case Study:Socially Responsible Companies
Activity:RolePlaying Exercise on Implementing Social Initiatives

Module 5: Governance Criteria

Lecture:Good Governance Practices
- Corporate governance principles
- Ethics and compliance
- Case Study:Governance Failures and Lessons Learned
Activity:Developing a Governance Improvement Plan

Certifications

Upon successful completion of the workshop, participants will receive a certificate of completion from the ESG Institute.

FAQs

Who is this Program for?

Executives, Managers and Directors with little understanding but willingness to delve into understanding what ESG and Sustainability is, and how it can benefit their company.

What background Knowledge is necessary?

No background knowledge is necessary for this course.

Is this Training available Online, or is this in-person?

This training is available in-person, for groups of 10 or more only.

How can I book this training?

Contact us here, by mail or by phone/whatsapp, explaining your interest, office address and your team size, and our team will get back as soon as we can.

Who are the Facilitators?

This course will be taken by a team of 1-2 senior ESG Advisors, who are locally and internationally accredited professionals, as well as team members who will help facilitate the team workshop. The Facilitator bio and details will be shared upon request. Contact us here by phone/whatsapp or mail to know more.

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