ESG, Carbon Markets, and Net Zero Strategy for Business Development

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework has gone beyond the realm of mandatory reporting to become a critical aspect of doing business. Companies are now required to show tangible improvement through the application of globally recognized ESG standards. In a similar vein, climate change, greening objectives and circular economy concepts are spurring innovation through improved resource utilization and sustainable consumption.

The changing climate is altering the markets, investment, logistics, regulations, consumer demands, and business competitiveness. Companies all over the world are pledging their commitment towards achieving net-zero emissions while dealing with the changing climate-related policies, pricing, and sustainability demands coming from the regulators, investors, and consumers. Artificial Intelligence is furthering this process by enhancing the measurement of emissions, risks, sustainability reporting, ESG performance, logistics, and monitoring of carbon markets. Therefore, ESG, carbon markets and net zero together make up the bedrock of future-proof organizations that are able to create sustainable value while maintaining global competitiveness.

This three-day Management Development Programme (MDP) provides business leaders with a practical understanding of these interconnected themes and equips them with strategic frameworks to lead sustainability-driven transformation within their organisations.

Day One: Investing in and Building the Sustainable Enterprise

Measuring Sustainability Performance

Sustainability indicators, ESG scorecards, sustainability dashboards, ESG ratings, stakeholder communication, and value creation through sustainability.

ESG as a Driver of Business Value

Evolution of ESG, materiality, stakeholder expectations, Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting, Global Reporting Initiative, International Financial Reporting Standards Sustainability Disclosure Standards, Sustainability Accounting Standards Board, Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, ESG ratings, and improving organizational ESG performance.

Business Case Discussion

Lessons from organizations that have successfully integrated sustainability into business strategy.

Day Two: Climate Change and implications for business

Climate Change and the Future of Business

Climate science, economic implications, global climate policy, and climate risks and opportunities.

Developing Net Zero and Sustainability Roadmaps

Decarbonization strategies, climate adaptation, ESG integration, circular economy implementation, governance, and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence.

Day Three: Carbon Markets, and Circular Economy

Carbon Markets and Climate Finance

Carbon pricing, compliance and voluntary carbon markets, carbon credits, Article Six, climate finance, and emerging opportunities in the carbon economy.

Circular Economy and Sustainable Business Models

Circular economy principles, circular business models, sustainable supply chains, resource efficiency, Extended Producer Responsibility, circular product design, and business opportunities created through circularity.

Objectives

The programme aims to enable participants to:

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

Expected Impact

This MDP provides executives with the skills and know-how to manage the shift from traditional business to sustainable and resilient business. In bringing ESG, circular economy, carbon markets, and net zero to one program for executives, participants will acquire the integrated vision of sustainable business transformation that will enable them to place sustainability at the forefront of innovation and resilience.

Target Participants

Senior executives, business leaders, sustainability and ESG professionals, strategy and innovation teams, operations and supply chain managers, finance and investment professionals, energy and infrastructure professionals, government officials, consultants, and entrepreneurs.