This training explains the steps that the business world can take to reach their net zero emission targets. It is designed to help businesses increase sustainability in their operations and take a more influential role in combating climate change. The training will also cover the challenges companies may face and strategies for overcoming these challenges. During the training, practical suggestions will be presented on how the business world can take steps to reduce its contribution to climate change.
Objectives
This training aims to help institutions and organizations operating in the business world reach their net zero emission targets and prepare them for this process. Because business activities account for a significant portion of global emissions, the sector's move towards net zero emissions is important in tackling climate change. This course provides information on strategies, technologies, and policies to help businesses meet their zero emissions targets.
The training will also address the challenges and opportunities businesses may face in reaching their net zero emissions targets and discuss appropriate methods to achieve them. In addition, training participants will be provided with information on certification and reporting systems that help businesses achieve their net zero emissions targets.
This training will help businesses acquire the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to move towards net zero emissions and help participants understand their role in tackling climate change.
Who Should Attend?
This training is open to anyone operating in the business world. In particular, it will be helpful for company executives, sustainability managers, energy and environmental managers, financial managers, investment managers, marketing and sales managers, industrial ecology and environmental engineers, environmental consultants, policymakers, non-governmental organizations, and other interested parties.
The training particularly appeals to anyone who wants to learn more about climate change and net zero emissions targets, reduce their carbon footprint in businesses, and identify strategies to help companies to become carbon neutral. The training also provides information to help businesses meet their sustainability goals and regulatory requirements.
Course Program
- A CHANGING CLIMATE FOR BUSINESS
• Describe why a net-zero carbon emissions future is inevitable.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of climate change and its impact on society, the global economy, and the environment.
• Outline the effects of climate change that impact your business or one you are familiar with.
• Identify the different sources of greenhouse gas emissions and where they occur in an individual business.
THE VISION OF A NET-ZERO CARBON FUTURE
• Articulate the goals that need to be achieved to deliver a net-zero future in different sectors.
• Illustrate how a net-zero future can boost prosperity and present new opportunities.
• Discuss what a net-zero future might look like for you.