The increasing global focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues has made it imperative for businesses to integrate sustainability into their core strategies. This workshop aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of ESG concepts, tools, and best practices, enabling participants to effectively assess, implement, and measure ESG performance within their organizations.
Learning Objective
- Define ESG, explore its key dimensions, and grasp the significance of incorporating ESG principles into business operations.
- Conduct a thorough assessment to pinpoint the most relevant ESG factors that impact your organization's reputation, financial performance, and long-term sustainability.
- Establish clear goals, key performance indicators (KPIs), and action plans to address identified ESG risks and opportunities.
- Learn how to embed ESG considerations into various aspects of your business, including supply chain management, human resources, and corporate governance.
- Utilize appropriate metrics and frameworks to track progress, assess impact, and communicate ESG achievements to stakeholders.
Learning Scope
Day 1: Understanding and Assessing ESG
Morning Session
- Introduction to ESG
- Defining ESG and its three pillars (Environmental, Social, and Governance)
- The business case for ESG: Why it matters to your organization
- Global trends and drivers of ESG: Understanding the evolving landscape
- Global ESG Trends and Frameworks:
- Overview of major ESG frameworks (GRI, SASB, TCFD)
- Comparison of frameworks and their key elements
- Regional differences in ESG reporting
Afternoon Session
- ESG Materiality Assessment
- Identifying key ESG issues relevant to your organization
- Stakeholder engagement and materiality mapping
- Aligning ESG priorities with business strategy
- ESG Risk Management
- Identifying and assessing ESG risks
- Developing risk mitigation strategies
- Building resilience and managing ESG-related crises
Day 2: Implementing and Measuring ESG
Morning Session
- Developing an ESG Strategy
- Setting clear ESG goals and objectives
- Developing a roadmap for ESG implementation
- Establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure progress
- Integrating ESG into Business Operations
- ESG and supply chain management
- ESG and human resources
- ESG and corporate governance
Afternoon Session
- Measuring and Reporting ESG Performance
- Selecting appropriate ESG metrics and indicators
- Data collection and analysis
- Preparing ESG reports and disclosures
- Communicating ESG to Stakeholders
- Identifying key stakeholders and their expectations
- Developing effective ESG communication strategies
- Leveraging storytelling and digital platforms.
Learning Methods
- Interactive Lectures
- Group Discussion
- Presentation
- Hands-On Exercises.
Participants
This workshop is designed for professionals from various roles and industries who seek to deepen their understanding of ESG and its practical application. Potential participants include:
- CEOs, CFOs, COOs, and sustainability directors
- Sustainability managers, CSR officers, and ESG analysts
- Risk managers, compliance specialists, and internal auditors
- Financial analysts, investors, and portfolio managers
- Supply chain professionals and procurement specialists
- HR managers, talent acquisition specialists, and diversity and inclusion experts
- Public relations, marketing, and corporate communications specialists.
