Business and Climate Change: Towards Net Zero Emissions

As public concern over sustainability challenges and ESG integration intensifies and climate-related organizational risks escalate, the ability to build more resilient business models that thrive in a net zero economy has fast become a strategic imperative. The Business and Climate Change: Towards Net Zero Emissions online short course from the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) provides a comprehensive understanding of how to mitigate the business risks of climate change and oversee a transition to net zero emissions for long-term resilience and overall value. Over eight weeks online, you’ll explore real-world examples of successful low carbon initiatives and discover how to utilize innovation to build a resilient, profitable business model for the future, stimulating a ‘triple bottom line’ of people, profit, and planet. On completion of this course, you’ll walk away with a practical action plan to transition to net zero emissions and the ability to lead change within your organization and beyond. This course is designed for any professional looking to upskill themselves in climate change risk mitigation and adaptation, as learning outcomes are applicable across industries. Climate consultants, sustainability specialists, and environmental managers as well as those looking to contribute to ‘sustainable development goals’ (SDGs) will benefit from an exploration of the latest low carbon practices, and gain new insights relevant to their current context and role. Those in finance and operations will develop the tools to bring about a transition to net zero emissions, and discover how to shift their business models for long-term resilience and profitability. Senior managers and C-suite executives in both the public and private sectors will learn how to lead sustainable change and turn a net zero future into a strategic 21st century business priority. All students also benefit from two live CISL Connect sessions which bring together professionals from across sectors and geographies, broadening perspectives and expanding learning beyond a given cohort. 3c:Tf64, <

• On completion of this course, you’ll walk away with:A meaningful understanding of the organisational risks and strategic opportunities presented by climate change. Practical insights and strategies drawn from real-world examples of successful low carbon initiatives, guiding collaborative efforts and the alignment of financial, environmental and social goals. Insights needed to rewire your business model for resilience and profitability over the long term. A broader network and meaningful peer relationships that strengthen your connection with the wider Cambridge sustainability community. A net zero emission transition action plan to start leading change and meeting your personal and organisational sustainability goals.