Introduction to Sustainable Development and the ESG Regulations
Business Organisation & TransformationIn collaboration with:
Description
Objectives
To understand the principles of sustainable development, CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility), and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), as well as EU regulations and normative frameworks, to guide CSR managers and executives in their sustainability approach.
Programme
Introduction to sustainable development in general
Key terms (SD, CSR, ESG, ...)
Context: Climate issues, commitments made: Green Deal
Covering E, S, and G including the 10 guiding principles
E: Causes and effects of climate change: Planetary boundaries (doughnut) – Resources - Human activities with the greatest environmental impact, energy, and carbon footprint
S: Social development, human rights, responsible value chain
G: Responsible governance
EU Regulatory Framework
SFDR, CSRD, ESRS, Taxonomy, CS3D, ...
Risks and audit: Growing importance of non-financial reporting to ensure consistency and comparability at the EU level
Normative Frameworks
SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals), Paris Agreement, Agenda 2030
OECD, UN Global Compact, ISO
PNEC, PNDD, Lets Go Circular, Pact E&DH, HoS, INDR
Target audience
CSR Managers, Executives, Directors
Conditions
Course Material
The training material will be handed out at the beginning of the course.
Certificate
Upon completion of the training, participants will receive a certificate of attendance issued by the House of Training.
Location
L-1615 Luxembourg
Luxembourg