Course Overview
This 10-day training equips participants with practical knowledge and tools to integrate Corporate Environmental Responsibility (CER) into organizational strategies and effectively prepare sustainability reports. The course explores global sustainability frameworks, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards, compliance with international reporting guidelines, and the role of sustainability in enhancing corporate reputation and long-term performance. Through real-world case studies and hands-on exercises, participants will learn to design CER strategies, measure environmental impact, and prepare credible sustainability reports.
Course Duration
10 Days
Target Audience
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Corporate Sustainability Managers
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Environmental Compliance Officers
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CSR and ESG Practitioners
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Corporate Communications and Reporting Specialists
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Policy Advisors and Strategy Managers
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Executives responsible for governance and compliance
Personal Impact
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Gain deep understanding of CER principles and frameworks.
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Learn to design and implement effective sustainability strategies.
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Acquire hands-on skills in preparing sustainability and ESG reports.
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Enhance capacity to align business practices with global standards.
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Strengthen analytical skills for measuring and communicating environmental impact.
Organizational Impact
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Strengthened sustainability governance and compliance structures.
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Improved transparency and stakeholder trust through credible reporting.
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Enhanced reputation and competitiveness in global markets.
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Better alignment of corporate strategy with ESG imperatives.
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Increased resilience through adoption of sustainable practices.
Course Level:
Course Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
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Understand the principles of Corporate Environmental Responsibility.
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Align CER strategies with ESG and sustainability frameworks.
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Apply international sustainability reporting standards (GRI, SASB, TCFD, ISSB).
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Measure and report on environmental impact and performance indicators.
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Develop strategies for carbon footprint reduction and resource efficiency.
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Identify risks and opportunities in sustainability reporting.
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Enhance stakeholder engagement through transparent reporting.
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Integrate CER into corporate strategy and decision-making.
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Benchmark and evaluate sustainability practices across industries.
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Prepare and present sustainability reports that meet global best practices.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Corporate Environmental Responsibility (CER)
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Defining CER and sustainability in the corporate context.
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Evolution of CER and global trends.
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Case Study: Corporate pioneers in environmental responsibility.
Module 2: ESG Frameworks and Global Standards
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Overview of ESG pillars and reporting relevance.
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International standards: GRI, SASB, TCFD, ISSB.
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Practical Exercise: Mapping corporate activities to ESG standards.
Module 3: Environmental Risk & Impact Assessment
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Tools for identifying and assessing environmental risks.
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Environmental impact metrics and indicators.
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Workshop: Conducting an environmental risk assessment.
Module 4: Sustainable Resource and Energy Management
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Energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste management.
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Renewable energy integration in business.
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Practical Exercise: Designing a resource efficiency plan.
Module 5: Carbon Footprint Measurement & Climate Strategies
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Methods for calculating carbon footprints.
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Net-zero targets and corporate climate action.
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Simulation: Building a corporate climate action roadmap.
Module 6: Stakeholder Engagement in Sustainability
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Identifying and managing stakeholder expectations.
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Transparency, accountability, and communication.
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Role Play: Stakeholder consultation for sustainability initiatives.
Module 7: Sustainability Reporting Frameworks
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GRI standards, integrated reporting, and SDG alignment.
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Reporting tools and templates.
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Hands-On Exercise: Drafting a sustainability report outline.
Module 8: Assurance & Verification of Reports
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Ensuring data credibility and accuracy.
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Third-party assurance and audit requirements.
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Case Study: Best practices in sustainability report assurance.
Module 9: Benchmarking & Performance Measurement
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Comparing corporate sustainability performance across industries.
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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for CER.
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Workshop: Benchmarking exercise with industry data.
Module 10: Capstone Project – Preparing a Sustainability Report
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Integrating CER strategies, metrics, and frameworks.
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Drafting and presenting a sustainability report.
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Final Presentations: Showcasing corporate sustainability strategies.
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Course Administration Details:
METHODOLOGY
The instructor-led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
ACCREDITATION
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
TRAINING VENUE
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP
Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
TAILOR-MADE
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
PAYMENT
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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