Unlock the Principles of Sustainable Finance: Key to Low Carbon Future

Why Choose Garranto Academy for Your Sustainable Finance Education ?

Choose Garranto Academy for sustainable finance education, where our courses blend theoretical knowledge with practical applications, empowering you to lead the way towards a low-carbon and sustainable financial landscape.

Course Overview:

This two-day course delves into the critical principles of sustainable finance, exploring the intersection of global challenges, climate promises, and the evolving landscape of green finance. Participants will gain insights into the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), corporate sustainability practices, and the nuances of Sustainable Finance and Green Finance Initiatives. The course further delves into strategies for businesses to embark on a low-carbon journey, understanding carbon pricing mechanisms, and assessing the financial landscape for sustainability initiatives. The role of cutting-edge technologies and innovations in achieving Net Zero goals will also be examined through real-world case studies.

What You'll Discover in Our Sustainable Finance Course ?

Course Objectives:

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

• Understand global challenges and risks in the context of green finance.

• Familiarize themselves with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

• Explore corporate sustainability practices, focusing on the Triple Bottom Line (ESG).

• Examine sustainable finance and green finance initiatives, including regional initiatives like ASEAN Green Issuance and the Green Finance Industry Taskforce.

• Analyze global warming projections, climate risks, and distinctions between 1.5°C and 2°C scenarios.

• Differentiate between carbon neutral and net zero, and review decarbonization regulations and trends.

• Grasp carbon reporting frameworks and standards such as CHG Protocol and ISO standards.

• Understand carbon offsetting, the carbon credits ecosystem, and the business case for decarbonization.

• Define carbon tax, compare Singapore's carbon tax to global economies, and understand Emissions Trading Systems (ETS) and Internal Carbon Pricing (ICP).

• Explore the concept of Marginal Abatement Cost Curve (MACC), its generation, and its significance.

• Investigate the voluntary carbon market, renewable energy certificates, and carbon credits in the decarbonization journey.

• Assess the capital required for transitioning to a net-zero future and analyze spending for sustainability initiatives.

• Explore capital mobilization and financial innovation in sustainability over the next 27 years.

• Understand the role of blockchain, artificial intelligence, fintech, and insurtech in achieving net-zero goals.

• Examine sustainable banking, impact fundraising, ESG intelligence, impact investing, and carbon tracking and offsetting.

• Analyze Ping An's innovative approach to sustainable finance through a detailed case study.

Prerequisites:

• There are no specific prerequisites for this course.

• It is suitable for individuals interested in sustainable finance, climate action, and the intersection of finance and environmental considerations.

Course Outlines:

Module 1: Global Action - Broken Climate Promises - Sustainable Finance

• Exploring Global Challenges and Risks

• Understanding UN SDGs

• Corporate Sustainability and Triple Bottom Line

• Green Finance Initiatives and Case Studies in Singapore

Module 2: Kick Start Your Business Journey to a Low Carbon Future

• Global Warming Projections and Climate Risks

• Distinctions between 1.5°C and 2°C Scenarios

• Greenhouse Gas Effect, Carbon Neutral, and Net Zero

• Regulations, Trends, and Carbon Reporting Frameworks

• Carbon Offsetting and Carbon Credits Ecosystem

Module 3: Understanding Carbon Pricing - How Does It Work?

• Carbon Tax and Global Implementations

• Singapore's Carbon Tax vs. Global Economies

• Emissions Trading Systems (ETS) and Internal Carbon Pricing (ICP)

• Business Case for Decarbonization

• Case Study: Changi Airport's 15 Point Plan to go Green

Module 4: Marginal Abatement Cost Curve (MACC)

• Concept and Significance of MACC

• Generating a MACC

• Offsets, Voluntary Carbon Market, and Decarbonization Journey

• Roles of Stakeholders in the Carbon Credits Ecosystem

Module 5: US$100 Trillion Investment Next 27 Years

• Capital Required for Net Zero Future

• Current and New Spending for Sustainability Initiatives

• Capital Mobilization and Financial Innovation

Module 6: Climate Technologies

• Role of Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

• Focus of Fintech and InsurTech on Sustainability

• Sustainable Everyday Banking, Impact Fundraising, ESG Intelligence, Impact Investing

• Green and Accessible Financing, Carbon Tracking, and Offsetting

• Case Study: Ping An's Innovative Approach to Sustainable Finance

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this 2-day training program, participants will achieve the following course outcomes:

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of global sustainability challenges and the critical role of sustainable finance in addressing them.

• Apply knowledge of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to formulate sustainable financial strategies and initiatives.

• Implement the Triple Bottom Line (Environmental, Social, Governance -ESG) approach to corporate sustainability, enhancing responsible business practices.

• Evaluate and participate in Green Finance Initiatives, including the ASEAN Green Issuance and the Green Finance Industry Taskforce, to drive sustainable financial practices.

• Analyze the impact of carbon reduction strategies, Carbon Tax, and Emissions Trading Systems (ETS) on business operations, identifying opportunities and risks.

• Utilize Carbon Reporting Frameworks and Standards, such as the CHG Protocol and ISO standards, to guide sustainable financial decision-making and report on sustainability performance

Benefits of Unlocking Sustainable Finance Principles

Maximize impact in a low-carbon future by unlocking sustainable finance principles, fostering responsible investments, and contributing to environmental stewardship and long-term financial resilience.

How Sustainable Finance Principles Can Drive a Low-Carbon Future ?

Drive change towards a low-carbon future through sustainable finance principles, aligning investments with environmental goals, mitigating risks, and contributing to a resilient and sustainable global economy.