INTRODUCTION FOR EMPOWERING CHANGE: MASTERING ESG AND SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGIES FOR A GREENER FUTURE
This transformative 2-Day ESG and Sustainability Training Workshop is designed to equip professionals with the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria. This hands-on workshop will cover key topics such as sustainable practices, ethical business conduct, stakeholder engagement, and reporting frameworks. Participants will explore real-world case studies and engage in interactive discussions to understand the vital role that ESG plays in driving corporate responsibility and long-term success.
Throughout the workshop, attendees will also learn about the latest trends and regulations in sustainability, enabling them to effectively integrate ESG strategies into their organizations. Our expert facilitators will guide participants through practical exercises aimed at identifying actionable steps for implementation, fostering a culture of sustainability within teams, and making informed decisions that positively impact both the environment and society. By the end of the workshop, attendees will leave with a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter and possess the confidence and skills to champion ESG initiatives in their workplace.
LEARNING OBJECTIVE
The objectives of the training program (workshop) are as follows:
- Learn the overview of ESG and sustainability, including the history of ESG and its relationship to corporate strategy.
- Study the differences and similarities between ESG and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
- Understand why ESG is important for organizations and the key reasons for its adoption.
- Discuss prevalent ESG issues, including environmental, social, and governance issues, and how they impact organizations.
- Examine ESG frameworks for measuring, managing, and reporting performance e.g. UN SDG, Malaysia National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF), IFRS -S1 & S2, Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosure (TCFD), and ISO standards that relate to ESG & Sustainability.
- Learn how to implement ESG programs step-by-step, based on best practices.
- Learn how a company can demonstrate that it is committed to sustainability practices.
- Identify barriers to ESG adoption within an organization and explore ways to overcome them.
- Stay up-to-date with the fast-paced changes in the ESG industry and have a sense of what’s coming next.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Department Heads and Managers
- Sustainability Officers
- Compliance & Risk Management Teams
- CSR Teams
- Marketing & Communications Teams
- Product Development & R&D Teams
- Supply Chain & Procurement Teams
- Finance & Investment Teams
- Human Resources Teams
- IT and Data Analytics Teams
- Employee Representatives or Sustainability Champions
METHODOLOGY
Interactive lectures and discussions, practical exercises, case studies, group presentations, selected video clips.
MATERIALS REQUIRED
- Presentation slides, handouts, case studies, projector and screen, laptops, flipcharts, markers, whiteboard, sticky notes, pencils, notebook, paper.
- Chairs and tables: arrange seating in a way that encourages collaboration (e.g., round tables or U-shape).
COURSE CONTENT
Day 1 09.00 am – 09.30 am | Opening and introduction (Trainer & Participants) | |
09.30 am – 09.45 am | Introduction to Mastering ESG and Sustainability Strategies for a Greener Future | |
09.45 am – 10.30 am | Module 1: Introduction ESG and Sustainability
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10.30 am – 10.45 am | Module 2: History of ESG: ESG vs. CSR – Key Differences
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10.45 am – 12.00 pm | Module 3: ESG Benefits For Your Organization
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12.00 pm – 01.00 pm | Module 4: Key ESG Issues Discussions
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01.00 pm – 02.00 pm | Lunch & Prayers | |
2.00 pm – 3.30 pm | Group Exercise 1 – Case Study and Group Presentation | |
3.30 pm – 3.45 pm | Afternoon Tea Break | |
3.45 pm – 4.45 pm | Module 5: ESG Frameworks
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4.45 pm – 5.00 pm | Day 1 Wrap Up & Q&A | |
Day 2 9.00 am – 9.30 am | Welcoming Remarks to Day 2 Recap Day 1 | |
9.30 am – 10.30 am | Module 6: ESG Metrics & Data Collection
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10.30 am – 10.45 am | Morning Tea Break | |
10.45 am – 12.15 pm | Group Exercise 2: ESG Data Collection & Measuring carbon footprint of a company (Scope 1, 2, 3 GHG emissions), inventorizing upstream and downstream business processes to measure their carbon footprints. | |
12.15 pm – 1.00 pm | Module 7: Implementing ESG Program (Step-by-Step) 9 Steps in ESG implementation
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1.00 pm – 02.00 pm | Lunch & Prayers | |
2.00 pm – 3.30 pm | Group Exercise 3: Implementing ESG Program | |
3.30 pm – 3.45 pm | Afternoon Tea Break | |
3.45 pm – 4.15 pm | Module 8: Establishing Your Sustainability Impact Report
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| Module 9: Becoming a Certified B Corporation
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4.15 pm – 4.30 pm | Module 10: Barriers to Adoption of ESG & Sustainability
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4.30 pm – 5.00 pm | Day 2 Wrap up, Key Takeaways, Post Test Evaluation | |
