Introducing Sustainability for Businesses

Achieve high levels of sustainability for businesses of all sizes. Our 1-day course provides a solid understanding of the core principles of sustainability and their application within the organization.

Program Content & Structure

Understanding Sustainability Terminology

  • Navigating the evolving language and key terminology of sustainability relevant to business operations
  • Building foundational knowledge to engage in sustainability discussions within your organization and with external stakeholders
  • Laying the groundwork for developing a sustainability strategy and effective internal communication
Exploring the Drivers of Sustainability
  • Identifying key environmental, social and economic factors
  • Understanding the rising importance of sustainability in today’s business landscape
  • Recognizing global forces influencing business and societal expectations
Core Principles of Sustainability
  • Breaking down the three pillars - environmental, social and economic
  • Examining how these pillars interact to support sustainable business practices
  • Understanding the challenges, benefits and opportunities of sustainable business practices
  • Highlighting the risks and consequences for businesses that neglect sustainability

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Why This Program?

This 1-day instructor-led (in-person or virtual) training workshop is designed to provide a solid understanding of the core principles of sustainability and their application within the organization. Through interactive discussions, practical exercises, and real-world case studies, participants will gain the knowledge and tools needed to start incorporating sustainable practices into their roles and across their organizations.

Benefits for Businesses

  • Optimized resource usage and waste reduction, resulting in lower operational costs and improved efficiency
  • Enhanced brand reputation as consumers favour environmentally responsible businesses
  • Increased customer loyalty by strengthening relationships through sustainable practices
  • Strengthened compliance with environmental and social regulations, minimizing risks and enhancing corporate reputation

What You'll Learn

  • Understand and articulate the core principles of sustainability within a business context
  • Identify key economic, social and environmental factors impacting sustainability
  • Recognize and evaluate opportunities for incorporating sustainable practices in the workplace
  • Utilize essential tools and frameworks for measuring and monitoring sustainability performance

Who is this Program For?

This program is aimed at professionals such as departmental managers, sustainability managers, operations managers, site managers, supervisors, team leads or staff who may be involved in sustainability or climate action initiatives from organizations across any sector.

Learn From Leaders

All our Sustainability programs are developed and delivered by accomplished experts. Experts who have worked at the coalface and have tangible experience putting theory to practical use in real-world environments.

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Root is a seasoned expert in sustainable business, holding an Executive MBA and extensive experience in sustainability, risk and corporate management. He specializes in teaching Sustainable Finance and Sustainability Performance Management and Reporting courses. With academic and professional credentials, including being an approved instructor for the Professional Evaluation and Certification Board (PECB) and Ontario's Chief Prevention Officer training, Root is dedicated to guiding businesses towards sustainable success. Root's industry background spans diverse sectors, providing a wealth...

Key Information

The program can be delivered through in-person instructor-led or live online instructor-led training for groups of participants.

Program/Contact Hours
1 day
Prerequisites
None
Assessment
None

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