Description

*** For information on upcoming dates and registration for this course, please contact training@greentechskillnet.com ***

35% funded discount
Full Cost: €460
Subsidised Cost: €299 

Course Overview 

By building awareness, knowledge, and skills, the programme aims to empower individuals to make positive changes in their organisations and communities, and to contribute to a more sustainable and resilient environment.

This course helps businesses understand the Sustainability 'Why' and provides participants with the knowledge operationalise their sustainability journey to achieve measurable outcomes. 

This programme demonstrates commitment to developing your team’s knowledge and skills to create a culture of sustainability within the business. 

The programme is designed to help participants understand the importance of sustainability, and to provide them with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to sustainability efforts in their own organisations and community. Participants will bring practical sustainable actions back to their workplace and can play a pivotal role in creating a culture of sustainability within the business.

Learning Outcomes and Course Content 

Indicative Content:

• Introduction to Sustainability
  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Social Sustainability
  • Economic Sustainability
• Assessing Sustainability Performance and Support Resources
  • Key sustainability metrics and indicators
  • Baseline Sustainability Audit
  • Environmental, Social and Ethical Impact
• Sustainable Practices
  • Strategy, Goals and Objectives
  • Measuring and reporting sustainability impact
  • Overview of available grants and funding programmes supporting sustainability initiatives
• Communication, Collaboration and Leadership
  • Leveraging partnerships and collaborations for sustainability initiatives
  • Organisations, networks, and platforms providing support and guidance for sustainable businesses

Learning outcomes:

• Describe the basic principles and concepts of sustainability, such as the triple bottom line (economic, environmental, and social aspects) and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Examine the impact of human activities on the natural environment, including topics such as climate change, pollution, and waste management.
• Generalise the social aspects of sustainability, including issues related to equity, justice, and social responsibility.
• Examine the economic aspects of sustainability, such as the impact of sustainable practices on business operations and profitability.
• Develop effective communication and leadership skills to help promote sustainability.

Engagement and Maximising Opportunity for Learning 

The programme will consist of interactive sessions with a mix of lecture-style presentations, discussions, group exercises, and case studies to keep participants engaged, accommodate different learning style, and reinforce key concepts.

It is also important to have breaks for networking and personal reflection. 

Learning Environment and Facilities 

Training will be delivered in GreenTech HQ’s new state-of-the-art bespoke dedicated training room. GreenTech HQ Sustainability Innovation Hub is located in Senan House, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford. This is Ireland’s first passive certified commercial building and is powered by roof top solar panels, features eight air changes daily, electric car and bike charging points.