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ESG and Sustainability Program - Center for Governance (PIF) , Saudi Arabia

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 18:12:29 +04

ESG and Sustainability Program:

This 2-day program offers participants a comprehensive understanding of how Boards can effectively oversee sustainability and ESG-related risks and opportunities. It covers the latest legal requirements, best practices in sustainability governance, directors’ responsibilities regarding ESG, and key aspects of identifying, managing, and disclosing sustainability risks.

Who Should Attend?

1- Current and recently appointed Board Directors who aim to to enhance their oversight capabilities with a focus on ESG and sustainability practices.

2- Chief-level Executives who wish to deepen their understanding of ESG, engage effectively with the Board, and integrate sustainability best practices into their organizations.

3- High Potential Professionals in any business function including strategy, legal, internal control, governance & compliance.

Program Modules:

Module I: Understanding Sustainability
Module 2: Embedding Sustainability in the Organizational Purposed

Cost: 14375 SAR

Duration: 2 Days

Sustainable Development Principles - LCT International , Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Turkey, UAE, United Kingdom, Dubai, Riyadh, Kuala Lumpur, London, Istanbul

Wed, 14 May 2025 11:15:13 +04

Course Introduction:
Understand the core principles of sustainable development. This course covers the integration of environmental, economic, and social aspects into business strategy to drive sustainable practices.

Course Outcomes:
Understand the foundational concepts and principles of sustainable development
Explore the economic, social, and environmental pillars of sustainability and their interconnectedness
Apply sustainable practices in various sectors, identifying challenges and opportunities
Assess and critique real-world examples of sustainable development initiatives
Create actionable strategies for integrating sustainable development principles into participants respective fields

Who Should Attend:
Professionals in the consultancy field, aiming to integrate sustainability into their practice
Management and leadership teams from various sectors interested in sustainable growth
Policy makers and government representatives focused on sustainable initiatives
NGOs, community leaders, and activists aiming to collaborate with businesses for sustainable outcomes
Academics and researchers in the field of sustainable development

Course Topics:
Introduction to Sustainable Development

Definition and historical context of sustainable development
The three pillars of sustainability: Economic Social and Environmental
The Brundtland Commission and the evolution of sustainable thinking
Global goals and agreements: SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) overview

Economic Pillar of Sustainability

Defining economic sustainability: Long-term strategies and holistic thinking
Role of businesses and governments in economic sustainability
Sustainable finance: Investment funding and economic incentives
Economic case studies: Successful models of sustainable development

Social Pillar of Sustainability

The concept of social equity and its role in sustainable development
Sustainable urbanization: Designing inclusive and resilient cities
Role of education health and well-being in social sustainability
Case studies: Social sustainability in action

Environmental Pillar of Sustainability

Understanding the environmental challenges: Climate change biodiversity loss and pollution
Sustainable resource management: Water energy and materials
Green technology and innovation: Solutions for a sustainable future
Environmental case studies: Strategies and models from around the globe

Applying Sustainable Development principles

Tools and methodologies for assessing sustainability in projects
Designing and implementing a sustainable development action plan
Stakeholder engagement: Collaborative approaches for sustainable results
Reflecting and critiquing: Analysing the impact and potential improvements

Cost: 4250 GBP

Duration: 5 Days

Circular Economy and Waste Reduction - LCT International , Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Turkey, UAE, United Kingdom, Dubai, Riyadh, Kuala Lumpur, London, Istanbul

Wed, 14 May 2025 11:15:12 +04

Course Introduction:
Learn about the circular economy model, focusing on sustainable material management, waste reduction strategies, and business models that promote resource efficiency and waste minimisation.

Course Outcomes:
Comprehend the foundational concepts of a circular economy and its distinction from a linear economy
Understand the business case for embracing a circular economy approach and its economic, environmental, and social benefits
Explore the practical applications of waste reduction strategies in various industries
Assess the role of policy, innovation, and collaboration in driving the transition towards a circular economy
Design and implement actionable circular strategies suitable for various sectors and scales

Who Should Attend:
Business leaders and managers seeking to integrate circular principles into their operations
Policymakers and government officials aiming to support and promote circular economy transitions
Sustainability and environmental consultants advising on waste reduction and circular strategies
Researchers, academics, and students in fields related to sustainability and resource management
NGOs and community organisations focusing on waste reduction and sustainable development

Course Topics:
Introduction to Circular Economy

Defining the circular economy: Beyond the take-make-dispose model
Historical context and the evolution of circular thinking
The value loop: Design produce consume and regenerate
Contrast between circular and linear economy models

Business Case and Benefits

Economic advantages: Resource efficiency resilience and market opportunities
Environmental imperatives: Emissions reduction biodiversity conservation and sustainable resource management
Social dividends: Job creation health benefits and social equity
Case studies: Success stories of businesses transitioning to circularity

Waste Reduction and Management

principles of waste hierarchy: Reduce reuse recycle and recover
Innovations in waste reduction: Material science packaging and sustainable design
Circular supply chains: Closing loops and optimizing resource flows
Sector-specific strategies: Construction textiles electronics and agriculture

Policy and Regulation in Circular Economy

The role of governments and intergovernmental bodies
Policy tools: Extended producer responsibility deposit return schemes and material bans
Incentives and subsidies for circular enterprises and technologies
International collaborations and global frameworks

Implementing Circular Strategies

Systems thinking and design thinking for circularity
Collaboration across sectors: Partnerships networks and alliances
Tools and methodologies for assessing circularity in operations
Future horizons: Upcoming trends challenges and opportunities in the circular landscape

Cost: 4850 GBP

Duration: 5 Days

Climate Science for Policymakers - LCT International , Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Turkey, UAE, United Kingdom, Dubai, Riyadh, Kuala Lumpur, London, Istanbul

Wed, 14 May 2025 11:15:11 +04

Course Introduction:
Designed for policymakers, this course provides an overview of climate science, climate change impacts, and the policy responses required to mitigate and adapt to climate change.

Course Outcomes:
Understand the foundational scientific concepts underpinning climate change
Recognise the major drivers of climate change and their implications for ecosystems and societies
Interpret and analyse climate data and its relevance to policy decisions
Explore effective climate mitigation and adaptation strategies tailored for policymakers
Facilitate informed, evidence-based policymaking by bridging the gap between climate science and governance

Who Should Attend:
Policymakers and government officials at local, regional, and national levels
Staff of intergovernmental organisations focused on climate or related sectors
NGOs and advocacy groups aiming to influence or craft climate-related policies
Researchers and academics interested in the intersection of climate science and policy
Professionals in consultancy, especially those advising on environmental and sustainability issues

Course Topics:
Client Science Fundamentals

Overview of Earths climate system: Atmosphere hydrosphere geosphere and biosphere
Greenhouse effect: Understanding natural processes and human-induced changes
Climate vs. weather: Differences misconceptions and the significance of variability
Historical context: Paleoclimatology and lessons from the past

Drivers of Climate Change

Anthropogenic vs. natural drivers: CO2 emissions deforestation and solar variations
The role of feedback mechanisms in amplifying or dampening change
Oceans and climate: Oceanic currents acidification and heat storage
Socio-economic drivers: Population growth urbanization and consumption patterns

Climate Data and Modelling

Introduction to climate modeling: How models work and their importance
Interpreting climate projections: Scenarios uncertainties and risk assessments
Data sources: Satellite observations meteorological stations and ocean buoys
Tools and technologies: GIS (Geographical Information Systems) remote sensing and their applications in policymaking

Day 4: Mitigation Strategies and Policy

Carbon management: Carbon capture storage and sequestration technologies
Renewable energy transition: Wind solar hydro and nuclear
Policy instruments: Carbon pricing emission trading systems and renewable energy mandates
Case studies: Successful mitigation policies from around the globe

Day 5: Adaptation and Resilience

Understanding the importance of building resilience in communities and ecosystems
Infrastructure adaptation: Designing for rising sea levels extreme weather and changing patterns
Social and economic adaptation strategies: Insurance migration and capacity building
Policy integration: Aligning climate goals with other sectors and policy objectives

Cost: 4850 GBP

Duration: 5 Days