1-DAY ESG MASTERCLASS WORKSHOP

By Matthias Gelber
S$1,800 per seat (1 Day Workshop)

Session 1: Introduction: Setting the Context for ESG

  • Opening Remarks: The importance of ESG in today's global economy.
  • Overview of ESG Opportunities:
    • Trends shaping ESG investments and regulations globally.
    • Key benefits for organizations embracing ESG initiatives.
    • Exercise - opportunities and threats 

Session 2: Understanding the Paris Agreement

  • Key Takeaways of the Paris Agreement:
    • Goals and commitments to limit global warming to below 2°C.
    • Implications for businesses and industries.
  • Relevance to Organizations:
    • How aligning with the Paris Agreement can enhance business resilience and reputation.

Session 3: Carbon Footprint Basics

  • What is a Carbon Footprint?
    • Definition and significance in the ESG landscape.
  • How to Measure Your Carbon Footprint:
    • Tools and methodologies for carbon footprint calculation.
    • Group exercise - Carbon footprint in your home 

Session 4: Scope 1, 2, and 3 Emissions

  • Breaking Down Emissions Scopes:
    • Scope 1: Direct emissions.
    • Scope 2: Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, heat, or steam.
    • Scope 3: Other indirect emissions, including supply chain and product lifecycle.

Session 5: Science-Based Targets (SBTs) and Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)

  • Introduction to SBTs:
    • Setting targets aligned with the latest climate science.
    • Benefits of adopting SBTs for businesses.
  • Understanding TCFD Recommendations:
    • Importance of climate-related financial disclosure.
    • How to implement TCFD frameworks in business reporting.

Session 6: Engaging Suppliers and Partners

  • Collaborative ESG Strategies:
    • Building partnerships for decarbonization and sustainable practices.
  • Creating a Sustainable Supply Chain:
    • Tools and frameworks for assessing and improving supplier ESG compliance.

Session 7: Fast ROI through ESG Initiatives

  • Generating Monetary Value with ESG:
    • How ESG programs enhance productivity and reduce costs.
  • ESG and ROI Through Digitalization and Innovation:
    • Leveraging AI, IoT, and blockchain for ESG efficiency.
    • Examples of fast ROI in energy efficiency, waste reduction, and supply chain optimization.

Session 8: Decarbonization and Net Zero Roadmap

  • Developing a Net Zero Roadmap:
    • Key steps in designing a roadmap tailored to your organization or sector.
    • Tools for tracking and reporting progress.
  • Presenting Your Net Zero Plan:
    • How to communicate your roadmap effectively to stakeholders.
  • Practical Activity: Drafting a decarbonization roadmap for your company.

Closing Session: Takeaways and Action Plan

  • Recap of the day's key lessons and discussions.
  • Individual action planning: What steps will you take to implement ESG in your business or role?
  • Regeneration and Biodiversity 
  • Q&A and wrap-up.

OBJECTIVES

  • The audience will get a detailed understanding of scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.
  • They will also get a clear understanding of various net zero roadmaps, differences between climate neutral carbon credits and carbon removals.
  • Identification of what can be done for fast R.O.I solutions and scope 1 and 2 emission reduction.

TAKEAWAYS

  • Learn how to outline a net zero roadmap and get the motivation to understand how to finance your decarbonization measures.
  • How to practically implement them and get the organization on board to win over senior finance management and how to align it with climate related risk exposure for the business.

TRAINER BIO

Matthias Gelber

Co-Founder, ESG Innovation Hub

Matthias Gelber is an international ESG and Sustainability expert who supports various sustainable brands with their ESG and NetZero journey. In 2022 he completed a two-and-a-half-year assignment as ESG advisor at the Philippines Stock Exchange. He was voted Greenest Person on the Planet in 2008 and has given talks in 42 countries internationally and five times at TEDx events.

Matthias holds a Master’s degree in Environmental Science from Brunel University, UK, and now lives a happy family life in the Philippines. He is a regular trainer and advisor for various industries, has recently co-founded the ESG innovation hub and designed the Certified ESG Innovator training program.

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