Course Overview

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations have become essential for organisations seeking long-term value creation, regulatory compliance, and positive societal impact. As sustainability expectations rise, businesses must integrate ESG principles into strategy, operations, and reporting frameworks.

The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Expert Training course provides a comprehensive understanding of ESG fundamentals and their practical application in modern organisations. Over five days, participants will explore ESG pillars, sustainability reporting practices, regulatory frameworks, and the role of taxation in supporting sustainable development.

The programme also covers key standards such as the EU taxonomy for sustainable activities, helping participants understand how regulatory expectations shape ESG strategies.

Through case studies and practical exercises, participants will learn how to design and implement ESG strategies, engage stakeholders effectively, manage sustainability risks, and drive organisational transformation aligned with ESG objectives.

Agenda

Day — 1 The Fundamentals of ESG

• Understanding ESG and its three pillars:
  • Environmental
  • Social
  • Governance
• Analysing ESG impacts, risks, and opportunities for organisations
• Understanding the role of stakeholders in shaping ESG performance
• Exploring concepts of climate neutrality and net zero targets
• Understanding the Just Transition and its importance in sustainable development
• Identifying greenhouse gas (GHG) disclosure requirements and standards
• Exploring the EU taxonomy for sustainable activities

Day — 2 Sustainability Reporting Strategy

• Exploring global sustainability reporting regulations and standards
• Understanding the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
• Interpreting the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS)
• Identifying key requirements of sustainability reports
• Understanding disclosure regulations and compliance expectations
• Structuring the process and components of effective sustainability reporting
• Using reporting processes to identify strategic opportunities

Day — 3 ESG in Taxation

• Understanding the role of taxation in supporting sustainability and ESG objectives
• Analysing how green taxes and tax incentives influence decarbonisation, net zero strategies, and supply chains
• Examining the impact of key mechanisms:
  • Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
  • Emissions Trading System (ETS)
• Evaluating how tax policies affect businesses and individuals when designing incentives and rewards
• Integrating taxation considerations into overall ESG strategy

Day — 4 ESG Strategy & Business Transformation

• Engaging stakeholders effectively to drive successful business transformation
• Identifying material ESG themes relevant to sectors and organisations
• Integrating ESG factors into overall business strategy and decision-making
• Developing and implementing institutional ESG frameworks
• Applying circular economy principles within business operations
• Enhancing supply chain sustainability through responsible sourcing and operations
• Building workforce capabilities and skills to support ESG initiatives
• Case study: Designing a strategic ESG transformation roadmap

Day — 5 ESG Risk Management

• Techniques for identifying and prioritising ESG risks
• Understanding how to conduct ESG audits effectively
• Establishing structured approaches for ESG data collection
• Designing repeatable workflows for consistent ESG processes
• Applying best practices for ESG compliance and governance
• Recap and Q&A sessions

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this ESG Expert Training programme, participants will be able to:

• Understand ESG fundamentals, including environmental, social, and governance pillars, along with associated risks and opportunities
• Interpret global ESG reporting standards, including CSRD and ESRS requirements
• Develop and structure effective sustainability reports
• Analyse the role of taxation in sustainability and ESG initiatives
• Evaluate how taxation mechanisms influence decarbonisation and supply chains
• Design and implement ESG strategies aligned with business transformation goals
• Apply circular economy principles and sustainable supply chain practices
• Manage ESG risks and conduct ESG audits

Who Should Attend

This ESG Expert Training programme is designed for professionals and leaders seeking to integrate sustainability into business strategy, including:

• Corporate Executives and Managers
• Sustainability and Risk Officers
• Financial and Investment Analysts
• Tax Professionals
• HR and Training Managers
• Supply Chain Managers
• Auditors and Regulators
• Policymakers and Advisors
• Consultants and Advisors
• Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
• Anyone interested in ESG principles and sustainable business practices