New Cohort Start
12th December 2024
Duration
4 Months
Total Hours
80 Hours
Program Level
Intermediate to Advanced
Certification
Upon successful completion
Overview
The Climate Change Leadership Program is tailored for professionals, policymakers, and business leaders committed to addressing the global climate crisis. This program focuses on empowering participants with the knowledge and leadership skills needed to drive climate action within organizations and communities. The course covers climate science, policy, risk mitigation, renewable energy strategies, and sustainability leadership, helping participants play an active role in advancing climate goals and reducing carbon footprints.
Program Structure
1. Introduction to Climate Change Science
- The Science of Climate Change: Causes and Effects
- Global Climate Systems and Natural Cycles
- Climate Change Projections and Impacts on Ecosystems
2. International Climate Policies and Agreements
- Overview of Key Climate Agreements (Paris Agreement, COP Summits)
- Role of International Organizations (UNFCCC, IPCC)
- Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and Policy Frameworks
3. Climate Risk Assessment and Adaptation Strategies
- Understanding Climate Risks: Physical, Regulatory, and Transitional
- Vulnerability and Impact Assessments
- Adaptation Strategies for Businesses and Governments
4. Climate Change Mitigation
- Decarbonization Strategies for Industries
- Renewable Energy Solutions (Solar, Wind, Hydropower)
- Carbon Sequestration and Negative Emission Technologies
5. Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Accounting and Emission Reduction
- GHG Protocol: Scope 1, 2, and 3 Emissions
- Setting Science-Based Targets (SBTi)
- Carbon Offsetting and Carbon Trading Mechanisms
6. Climate Leadership and Organisational Change
- Leading Climate Action: Skills for Climate Leadership
- Building a Climate-Conscious Organizational Culture
- Climate Change Advocacy and Public Engagement
7. Financing Climate Action
- Climate Finance and Investment Strategies
- Green Bonds and Sustainable Financing
- Leveraging Funds for Climate Projects
8. Corporate Climate Strategy and Reporting
- Developing a Corporate Climate Action Plan
- ESG Reporting on Climate-Related Disclosures
- Aligning Business Strategy with Net Zero Goals
9. Sustainable Development and Circular Economy
- Climate-Smart Agriculture and Resource Management
- Transitioning to a Circular Economy
- Sustainable Infrastructure and Urban Planning
10. Climate Change Resilience
- Building Climate-Resilient Communities
- Natural Disaster Preparedness and Response
- Innovations in Climate Resilience Technology
Learning Outcomes
- By the end of the program, participants will
- Have a comprehensive understanding of climate change science and policy frameworks.
- Be able to lead organizational climate strategies, including GHG accounting and emission reduction.
- Implement climate adaptation and mitigation strategies in business or policy contexts.
- Effectively communicate climate-related issues to stakeholders and drive climate leadership initiatives.
- Gain the skills to finance and manage climate resilience and sustainability projects.
Program Fee
₹65,000 + GST
Early Bird Discount
₹50,000 + GST
Group Discount
15% discount for groups of 3 or more participants from the same organization.
