Sustainability / ESG courses

The objective of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform an internal audit of part of an Environmental Management System (EMS) based on ISO 14001:2026, report on the effective implementation and maintenance of the managementsystem in accordance with ISO 19011 and to contribute to the continual improvement of the management system.Course DetailsDuration: 2 DaysAccreditation: SGS certificate of attendance upon completionPrior KnowledgeBefore starting this course, learners are expected to have the following prior knowledge:Management systems:- understand the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle;- knowledge of environmental management systems (EMS) and the requirements of ISO 14001:2026.Environmental management:- the concept of environmental, sustainable development whereby an organisation must ensure that actions of today do not degrade the environment of the future;- the purpose of an initial review as the basis for establishing an EMS where none currently exists;- evaluation of activities, products and services to establish the environmental aspects associated with normal operating conditions, abnormal conditions such as start-up and shutdown and emergency situations and accidents;- considerations of environmental aspects with respect to:- emission to air, release to water and release to land;- use of raw materials, natural resources and energy;- energy emitted and lost e.g. heat, radiation, vibration, steam, and compressed air;- public nuisance such as light pollution, noise, and odour.- environmental legislation and how legal compliance forms part of an EMS;- typical methods for evaluation of the significant impacts of the environmental aspects identified and how their ranking influences operational control and priorities for improvement.Course ContentIntroduction to the ISO 14000 Series of Management System StandardsISO 14001:2026 – Interpretation for AuditAudit Definition and PrinciplesPlanning and Preparation for the AuditConducting the AuditAudit Reporting and Follow-upAuditor Competence

This training course (consisting of four Modules) has been developed by SGS to provide practitioners with the skills and knowledge necessary to undertake a verification of a greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory developed in accordance with ISO 14064-1:2019 using the verification standard ISO 14064-3:2019.In order to successfully complete and a receive a full GHG Lead Verifier ‘Course Certificate’, attendance of all four modules and associated activities in sequence is required. Please note individual certificates will be issued on the completion of each module.Module One provides an introduction to Climate Change, and to Greenhouse Gas Accounting and Reporting concepts.

This training course (consisting of four Modules) has been developed by SGS to provide practitioners with the skills and knowledge necessary to undertake a verification of a greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory developed in accordance with ISO 14064-1:2019 using the verification standard ISO 14064-3:2019.In order to successfully complete and a receive a full GHG Lead Verifier ‘Course Certificate’, attendance of all four modules and associated activities in sequence is required. Please note individual certificates will be issued on the completion of each module.Module Two delves deeper into Scope 3. The module also introduces the concept of GHG reductions and removals covered under ISO 14064-2.

This course comprises of lectures and workshops designed to provide delegates with a good understanding on the requirements of the ISO 50001 standard.Course ContentIntroduction to Energy Management SystemInterpretation of ISO 50001 StandardUnderstand the purpose and benefits of the Energy Management System

The objective of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform first-party audits of Energy Management Systems (EnMS) against ISO 50001:2018, in accordance with ISO 19011 and ISO 17021, as applicable.Learners will need to demonstrate acceptable performance in these areas in order to complete the course successfully.

This training course (consisting of four Modules) has been developed by SGS to provide practitioners with the  skills and knowledge necessary to undertake a verification of a greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory developed in accordance with ISO 14064-1:2018 using the verification standard ISO 14064-3:2019. In order to successfully complete and a receive a full GHG Lead Verifier ‘Course Certificate’, attendance of all four modules and associated activities in sequence is required. Please note individual certificates will be issued on the completion of each module. Module Three provides the necessary knowledge to act as a Verifier and Validator and perform a GHG inventory verification or a project validation according to ISO 14064-3, ISO 14065 and ISO 14066.***Please take note that participants are required to sign up for Module 4 when registering for Module 3.

Our Sustainability Reporting Assurance Internal Auditor Course provides with the professional skills required for you to conduct internal audit / review of your organisation’s sustainability reporting. It will also cover the essential skills required for materiality assessment and non-financial reporting. The course helps you appreciate the context of corporate sustainability from the perspective of macrotrends, local guidelines, and the ambition of the integrating sustainability into responsible corporate strategy, policies, and procedures.*There is a requirement of bringing one’s own laptop for physical training. The exercises will be using MS Excel. 

The objective of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform social accountability audits of an organisation’s conformance in accordance with ISO 19011. This course is recognised by APSCA for CPD purposes, aligned with the APSCA Competency Framework and is worth 40 CPD credits.Recommended Prior KnowledgeBefore starting the course, learners are expected to have knowledge of the following:- SA8000® Standard- Social Accountability International (SAI) Guidance for the SA8000® Standard- Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Base Code- The International Labour Organisation (ILO) Standards- UN Human Rights ResolutionsTrusted Social Accountability Lead Auditor training from a leading course providerOur courses are delivered by tutors who are environmental management system experts and experienced trainers. Your knowledge and skills will be developed through an interactive and practical approach to learning. Case study materials and role-play exercises are used to develop and practice skills in all phases of auditing. Participants are continually assessed and required to complete an end-of-course written examination.Course CertificationOn completion of this course:- Learners who attend the course in full and pass the examination will be issued with a 'Certificate of Achievement' that may satisfy part of the formal training for an individual seeking certification as a Lead Auditor.  Please refer to the relevant auditor certification body for specific requirements.- Learners who attend the full duration of the course will be issued with a 'Certificate of Attendance'.- Learners who fail the examination will be allowed to resit the examination a maximum of two times within 12 months of the end date of the course.

Provide a comprehensive understanding of the GHG Protocol Scope 3 guidance.Equip experienced Scope 1, 2, and 3 practitioners with tangible and practical insights to enhance the assessment and calculation of their company's Scope 3 emissions.Address the key challenges, solutions, and best practices for calculating Scope 3 emissions across the primary categories.Facilitate participant engagement through interactive breakout sessions, hands-on activities, and learning from real-world case studies

The objective of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform internal audits of management systems based on the requirements of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2026 and ISO 45001:2018 (or equivalent), and report on the effective implementation and maintenance of the management system in accordance with ISO 19011.Course detailsDuration: 3 daysAccreditation: SGS certificate of attendance upon completionPrior KnowledgeBefore starting this course, learners are expected to have the following prior knowledge:▪ Management Systems:▪ Quality, environmental and OH&S management:▪ ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2026 and ISO 45001:2018:Course ContentProcess-based QMSAuditing for Continual ImprovementIntroduction to EMS AuditingISO 14001:2026 Interpretation for AuditIntroduction to OH&S MSRisk Assessment: Tools, Techniques and ControlsAudits: Definitions and PrinciplesPlanning and Preparing for the AuditConducting the AuditAudit Reporting and Follow-upAuditor Competence

ISO 59020 provides organisations a framework to measure and assess their circularity performance at the organisational and product levels. This 1-day online and offline (VILT) training program is designed to help participants understand the growing business case for circular and sustainable solutions and learn how to incorporate circular economy principles into business strategies.*There is a requirement of bringing one’s own laptop for physical training. The exercises will be using MS Excel.