Foundations in Sustainability & ESG
This 3-module training programme is designed to
give participants a broad, high-level overview of the topic of sustainability –
or ESG – and how it applies to business.
Dates: Three 1-hour webinars is now running
Wednesdays 14th, 21sst and
28th 1-2 pm..
Module 1: Sustainability & ESG 101.
This module will provide an overview of global sustainability trends, define
the terminology around corporate sustainability and Environmental, Social and Governance
(ESG), and give participants an understanding of key E, S and G topics for
business.
Learning outcomes:
· Understand
the concept of corporate sustainability and ESG and the range of topics covered
· Understand
the business case for sustainability and what’s driving the agenda
· Be
aware of the approaches businesses are using to manage ESG issues
Module 2: Developing a Sustainability
Strategy. This module will outline the key steps companies can take to
develop a robust sustainability strategy and will share some examples of
strategies from companies in different sectors.
Learning outcomes
· Understand
the hallmarks of a robust sustainability strategy
· Understand
the practical steps to take to develop a sustainability strategy
· Appreciate
how sustainability strategies differ depending on the sector and type of
business
Module 3: Sustainability & ESG
Reporting. This final module will focus on the ever-evolving world of
sustainability and ESG reporting, explaining key reporting frameworks that
businesses and giving an overview of the new mandatory reporting requirements
coming through via the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive.
Learning outcomes
· Understand
how the sustainability reporting landscape has evolved (and continues to
evolve)
· Be
aware of some of the key reporting/disclosure frameworks, such as GRI
Standards, TCFD and the new standards stemming from the EU’s Corporate
Sustainability Reporting Directive
· Appreciate
some of the practicalities and challenges involved in producing a
sustainability report