HRDC Claimable Course

101: Introduction to ESG, Climate Action and Sustainable Operations

Understand ESG. Take Climate Action. Build Sustainable Operations.

Course Synopsis

Basic 101: Introduction to ESG, Climate Action and Sustainable Operations is a foundation-level programme designed to provide participants with a clear, practical, and accessible introduction to Environmental, Social and Governance principles.

The programme helps participants understand how ESG affects organisations, how climate action supports organisational resilience, and how everyday departmental decisions can contribute to wider sustainability goals. Rather than focusing on overly technical concepts, the programme translates ESG into practical workplace applications that participants can relate to their daily roles and responsibilities.

Learning Outcome

Upon completion of the programme, participants will be able to:

Describe ESG and its three core pillars: Environmental, Social and Governance
Explain the importance of ESG in responsible business practices, risk management, stakeholder trust, and long-term sustainability
Understand the relationship between climate action, sustainable operations, and organisational resilience
Identify practical sustainability practices for daily office and operational settings
Recognise how different departments contribute to ESG implementation
Apply ESG awareness when making workplace decisions
Participate more meaningfully in future sustainability, climate action, and ESG-related initiatives

Course Topics

ESG Fundamentals and Organisational Relevance

Introduction to ESG
Environmental, Social and Governance pillars
ESG and stakeholder expectations
Responsible decision-making
Environmental responsibility
Employee wellbeing and social responsibility
Governance, accountability, transparency, and ethical leadership

Climate Action and Sustainable Operations

Understanding climate action
Climate-related risks
Organisational resilience and business continuity
Energy efficiency
Waste and paper reduction
Digitalisation and resource optimisation
Responsible resource management
Sustainability in daily workplace practices

Embedding ESG in Daily Work and Decision-Making

Applying ESG thinking in routine decisions
ESG for business teams
ESG for risk teams
ESG for support functions
Practical workplace sustainability scenarios
Departmental ESG responsibility
Personal and departmental ESG commitments

How to Apply

Submit Your Application

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