Certified Sustainability Fundamentals Professional (Csf-Pro)

Learn the ABC's of Sustainability to understand all issues related to systemic change in the economy,companies &society

What you'll learn

To introduce the current definitions of sustainability into a global context.

To learn how stakeholders (customers, investors, regulators, suppliers, employees, civil society, etc.) are integrating sustainability into their decisions.

To understand the importance of the “Environment” pillar in the definition of sustainability.

To understand the importance of the terrestrial and marine ecosystems.

To understand the importance of the “Economic” and “Social” pillars in the definition of sustainability.

To understand the role of finance in sustainable development, focusing on the challenges and opportunities.

To present the main public and private initiatives for financing sustainability.

Requirements

No Pre Requisites . Computer is needed to take this course with basic english language

Description

Certified Sustainability Fundamentals Professional (CSF-Pro)The sustainability agenda is currently key to companies, governments and citizens. It’s vital for people to have first-hand knowledge of the basic concepts in order to understand all issues related to sustainability as a vector of systemic change in the economy, society, companies and our lives. The course is an introduction to sustainability, regarded as a cross-cutting discipline in our society (in the public and private international spheres) that’s based on the most updated public information on economic, social and environmental issues. It outlines how sustainability is holistically applicable to everyday situations in the population, natural resource use and the global economy and in its interaction with the biosphere, as well as social factors such as a fair transition, equity, equality, diversity, human rights, education and health. By the end of this course you’ll have obtained a broad overview of the key challenges and potential solutions to achieve sustainable, socially just and environmentally possible development while respecting the planetary boundaries.A. Definition, global context and international sustainability frameworksThis module introduces the definitions of sustainability within a global context of permanent change affecting the current and future generations. The international sustainability reference frameworks are also presented.B. Stakeholder, environment and climate changeStakeholders are key to the sustainability of organizations. Throughout this module we’ll seek to understand the role of each of them and their expectations when it comes to creating economic, social and environmental value in the short, mid and long terms. We’ll also explore the concepts and definitions of the first sustainability pillar: “Environment”.C. Inclusive economic growth, sustainability and sustainable financeIn this module we’ll learn some concepts related to the other two sustainability pillars: “Economic” and “Social”. The concept of inclusive and population growth within the framework of limited resources will be further explored. Human rights, gender equality and the relationship between the socio-economic SDGs and sustainable development will be covered in a cross-cutting manner.D. Sustainability measurement and reportingIn this final module we’ll examine the tools available for measuring and reporting sustainability. We’ll also summarize the previous modules to pool some conclusions and a vision of the global sustainability trends for the forthcoming decades of the 21st century.Enroll to this course and kick start your career towards Sustainable development

Overview

Section 1: Definition, global context and international sustainability frameworks

Lecture 1 Welcome to the course

Lecture 2 What’s sustainability?

Lecture 3 Other meanings of sustainability

Lecture 4 Sustainability vis-à-vis the five current crises

Lecture 5 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Lecture 6 Major challenges

Lecture 7 Another way of viewing the SDGs

Lecture 8 How did the Paris Agreement come about?

Section 2: Stakeholders, Environment and Climate change

Lecture 9 The Stakeholder Radar

Lecture 10 The tragedy of the commons

Lecture 11 Human exploitation and the effects of climate change

Lecture 12 Energy use and the energy transition

Lecture 13 Water and agriculture: Two interrelated systems

Lecture 14 A brief introduction to environmental policies

Lecture 15 Terrestrial ecosystems: why are they important?

Lecture 16 Marine ecosystems: why are they important?

Section 3: Inclusive economic growth, sustainability and sustainable finance

Lecture 17 The economic and social context

Lecture 18 Population growth

Lecture 19 Human rights and equality

Lecture 20 The role of finance in sustainable development

Section 4: Sustainability measurement and reporting

Lecture 21 Tools for measuring sustainability

Lecture 22 Measuring what really matters

Lecture 23 What have you learned?

Individuals working in sustainability roles within organizations, including sustainability managers, officers, or consultants, who seek to enhance their understanding of impact measurement and management to drive sustainable business practices.,Executives and leaders within companies who aim to incorporate sustainable development goals into their business strategies,Those involved in managing social and environmental responsibility initiatives within organizations, including CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) managers, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) professionals, and impact officers.,Consultants and advisors in fields related to sustainability, impact investing, and corporate responsibility who seek to provide more comprehensive and specialized services to their clients.