ESG Essentials : Building A Sustainable Future

Course Objectives

To provide participants with a foundational understanding of ESG principles and their importance, and to inspire them to contribute to a more sustainable and responsible organization.

Target Audience

All employees (no prior ESG knowledge assumed)

Methodology

• Interactive presentations and discussions.
• Group activities and brainstorming sessions.
• Case studies and real-life examples.
• Practical exercises and action planning.
• Visual aids and multimedia

Course Modules

1. Module 1 : Introduction & Setting the Stage

   ·       Welcome and Icebreaker: “What does ‘sustainability’ mean to you?” (Brief sharing)

   ·       Course Objectives and Agenda Overview.

   ·       Why ESG Matters: The Big Picture (Global trends, business risks, and opportunities).

    

   Module 2 : Understanding the “E” (Environmental)

   • Key Environmental Issues: Climate change, resource depletion, pollution, biodiversity loss.
   • Our Company’s Environmental Impact: (Tailor this to your company’s industry and operations).
   • Practical Steps: Energy efficiency, waste reduction, sustainable sourcing.

    

   Activity: “Environmental Footprint Brainstorm”: How can we reduce our environmental impact in our daily work?

    

   Module 3 : Understanding the “S” (Social)

   • Key Social Issues: Human rights, labor practices, diversity and inclusion, community engagement.
   • Our Company’s Social Responsibility: (Tailor this to your company’s policies and initiatives).
   • Practical Steps: Fair labor practices, employee well-being, community volunteering.

    

   Activity: “Social Impact Scenarios”: Discuss ethical dilemmas and potential solutions.

    

   Module 4 : Understanding the “G” (Governance)

   • Key Governance Issues: Ethical business practices, transparency, accountability, risk management.
   • Our Company’s Governance Structure: (Tailor this to your company’s policies and procedures).
   • Practical Steps: Compliance, whistleblowing, ethical decision-making.

    

   Activity: “Ethical Decision-Making Exercise”: Present a simple ethical dilemma and discuss possible solutions.

    

   Module 5 : ESG in Our Daily Work

   • Connecting ESG to specific roles and responsibilities.
   • Identifying opportunities for ESG integration in everyday tasks.
   • Employee Engagement: How everyone can contribute to ESG goals.

    

   Activity: “ESG Action Plan”: Each participant creates a personal action plan for incorporating ESG into their work.

    

   Q&A, Wrap-up, and Call to Action

   • Open Q&A session.
   • Summary of key takeaways.
   • Reinforcing the importance of ESG and individual contributions.
   • Call to action: Encouraging ongoing learning and participation.
   • Feedback forms.

    

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