Introduction to Sustainability and Climate Risk

Introduction to Sustainability and Climate Risk

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2-3 DAYS

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OVERVIEW

Sustainability grand challenges, including climate change, are becoming increasingly important in our current economic environment.

These challenges represent new risks, such as climate risk, for institutions.

While sustainability used to be seen as a source of competitive advantage, it is now a prerequisite for successful operations. Its complexity requires companies to increase their knowledge and understanding of these new challenges, and to train their collaborators.

The goal of this program is to familiarize participants with the different concepts of sustainability and climate risk.

KEY PROGRAME FEATURES

  • Upon completion of the training course, the learner will get an IÉSEG certificate and you’ll be able to apply to get the GARP SCR certification.
  • Pedagogical content adapted to the new legal obligations provided by experts in Sustainability, Climate Risk, Strategy and Decision-making , with strong experience in major corporations
  • Interactive pedagogy based on case studies, real examples, group discussions, lectures and efficient tools
  • Built by leading academics, corporate professionals and speakers from prestigious institutions + inspiring conferences

PROGRAME’S OBJECTIVES

By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with a solid understanding of sustainability and climate change, and their vital role in the contemporary economic landscape. In addition, participants will be prepared to earn the internationally recognized SCR certification, which covers risk policy, governance, and measurement. Through comprehensive instruction and practical exercises, this program aims to enable participants to effectively apply these concepts in their professional roles, ensuring they are well-positioned to make informed decisions in the face of climate-related challenges and opportunities.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Understand what sustainability and climate changes are and their place in the current economic environment
  • Learn why economy is particularly affected by this issue and has become a major player
  • Discuss how companies engage with stakeholders to drive sustainable business model innovation
  • Prepare for the internationally recognized SCR certification (delivered by GARP) – risk policy, governance, and measurement
  • Understand the different stages of decision making by integrating the sustainability and risk dimensions

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is for anyone who wants to learn about sustainability and climate risk. Whether you are a beginner with no prior knowledge or an experienced professional seeking to deepen your understanding, this course can provide you with relevant insights and learning experiences.

2-3 DAYS

COMMON COURSE (2 DAYS)

  • Climate Change Fundamentals: Understand what sustainability and climate changes are, and their impacts in terms of risk
  • From the Status Quo to a Sustainable Future: Discuss the context and issues of international climate policy evolution, and other regulations.
  • Understanding Regulation: Acquire the key notions of sustainable finance.
  • Sustainable Finance

SPECIALIZATION 1 – UNDERSTANDING SUSTAINABILITY (3 DAYS)

  • New Business Models & Circular Economy: Understand the different types of business models (circular, hybrid, purpose-driven…) and their implications in the economy
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Discuss the importance of stakeholder engagement to tackle grand challenges and discover different strategies of stakeholder engagement 
  • Innovation for Sustainability: Discuss how innovation and technology accelerate the journey to sustainability

SPECIALIZATION 2 – REPORTING AND DECISION-MAKING (3 DAYS)

  • New Reporting Regulation: Understand the new regulations in terms of extra-financial reporting
  • Indicators for Sustainability and Climate Risk: Reflect on the different indicators to be created to measure climate risk
  • Workshop on Decision-Making, Process & KRI: Explain the company's decision-making process and associated KRIs, and learn how to incorporate climate-related considerations into both the process and the KRIs

SPECIALIZATION 3 – PREPARATION FOR SCR CERTIFICATION EXAM (3 DAYS)

  • Climate Change: Risk Management Policy, Culture, and Governance: Describe the transformation of climate risk into financial risk by identifying measurement approaches and explain its integration into risk management.
  • Measurement and Management of Climate Risks: Discuss uncertainty, variability, and accuracy in model predictions.
  • Climate Scenario - Analysis and Decision-Making: Define climate scenario analysis and its use in assessing climate risk.

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