DESCRIPTION

 

Sustainability has become an increasingly critical topic as the world recognizes the need to protect our planet and its resources for future generations. Sustainability means meeting our current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. It involves long-term planning and consideration of the consequences of our actions. The goal is to create strategies that ensure the long-term viability of People, Planet, and Profit.

Leading companies such as Nike, Toyota, and Siemens are prioritizing sustainable innovation in their business models, setting an example for others to follow. In this Sustainability training presentation, you will learn key concepts, principles, and practices of sustainability applicable across industries. This training aims to create awareness and educate employees, senior executives, consultants, and other key stakeholders, including investors, policymakers, and supply chain partners, on the importance and implementation of sustainability.

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LEARNING OBJECTIVES

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1. Develop a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts that form the foundation of sustainability within corporate environments.

2. Explore the sustainability implementation model, focusing on effective measures and reporting strategies to track and communicate sustainability efforts.

3. Identify and define best practices and critical success factors essential for achieving sustainability goals within organizations.

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CONTENTS

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1. Introduction and Key Concepts of Sustainability

•  Projected Growth In Population & Resource Demand by 2050
•  Overview of Global Sustainability Trends
•  Industry-specific Sustainability Trends
•  Overview of Global Sustainability Regulations
•  Facts About Sustainability
•  Mindset Of A Non-sustainability Thinker
•  What Is Sustainability?
•  Sustainability Is Not Greenwashing

•  Top 10 Myths About Sustainability: Debunked
•  Definitions Of Sustainability
•  Three Pillars Of Sustainability – People, Planet & Profit
•  Environmental Sustainability, Social Sustainability And Economic Sustainability
•  Interrelationships Between The Pillars
•  Environmental Crisis – What Is It And The Causes
•  What Is A Sustainable Business?
•  Core Elements Of Corporate Sustainability
•  Importance of Sustainability
•  Sustainability vs. Circular Economy
•  Examples Of Sustainability In Business And Development
•  Examples Of Sustainability In Business Corporations

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2. Principles and Practices of Sustainability

•  Five Core Principles Of Sustainability
•  Ten Principles Of Sustainable Development
•  Dual Goals Of Sustainable Development
•  U.N. Global Compact's 10 Principles & 17 Sustainable Development Goals
•  UNGC Management Model: Six Steps
•  ISM Principles Of Sustainability & Social Responsibility
•  Sustainability Principles For Projects
•  ISO Standards' Contribution To The U.N. SDGs
•  Lean Thinking Approach: Contributing To Sustainability Through Waste Elimination
•  Design Thinking Approach: Contributing To Sustainability Through Innovation And Creative Problem Solving
•  Sustainability Beyond Promises To Business Processes
•  Shared Value: "Do Well" vs. "Do Good"
•  Creating A More Sustainable Business Strategy
•  Chief Sustainability Officer Responsibilities
•  Renewable Energy Sources For Sustainable Development
•  Building A Sustainable Supply Chain: From Promises To Action
•  Focus On Supply Chain Sustainability
•  Sustainability Living: Everyday Changes For A Better Tomorrow

•  Understanding Decarbonization
•  The Benefits of Decarbonization
•  Key Strategies for Decarbonization

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3. Sustainability Measures and Reporting

•  What Is The Triple Bottom Line (TBL)?
•  Triple Bottom Line (TBL): Profits, People, Planet
•  Importance Of TBL
•  What Is ESG?
•  Comparing TBL And ESG Metrics
•  Key ESG Issues
•  Examples Of Economic, Environmental, And Social Measures
•  Challenges Of The Triple Bottom Line
•  Common Corporate Sustainability Frameworks: Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) & Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB)
•  Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Setting And Achieving Targets

•  Decarbonization Strategies for Businesses
•  Measuring and Reporting Decarbonization Progress

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4. Sustainability Implementation And Best Practices

•  Spectrum Of Sustainability: From Conventional To Regenerative
•  Advantages And Disadvantages Of Business Sustainability
•  Sustainability & Change Management
•  Building A Culture Of Sustainability
•  Corporate Sustainability Implementation Model: Four Phases, Eight Steps
•  Driving Sustainability Success: Four Phases Of Corporate Sustainability
•  Eight-step Corporate Sustainability Implementation Model
•  Best Practices In Corporate Sustainability
•  Incorporating Sustainable Practices Into Business Systems & Processes
•  Integrating Sustainability Into Business Operations
•  Sustainability In Decision-making, Product Development, And Daily Operations
•  The Enrollment Curve: Navigating Change
•  Critical Success Factors For Businesses

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You may also be interested in the following related documents (sold separately):

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1. The ESG Playbook

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6. Design Thinking Frameworks Reference Guide

7. Customer Journey Mapping

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14. Hoshin Kanri

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19. ISO 37000:2021 (Governance of Organizations) Awareness Training

20. ISO 37001:2016 (ABMS) Awareness Training

21. ISO 37301:2021 (CMS) Awareness Training

22. ISO 45001:2018 (OH&S) Awareness Training

23. ISO 50001:2018 (EnMS) Awareness Training

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