Sustainability Reporting and Strategy Development Training for SMEs

duration | 27 hours

This online training helps manufacturing SMEs comply with sustainability regulations (CSRD, ESRS) by guiding sustainability audits, reporting, strategy development, and communication planning to reduce environmental and social impacts.

Learning Outcomes

After completing the training, participants will be able to:

  • Understand CSRD, ESRS, and SME sustainability requirements
  • Conduct sustainability audits covering environmental, social, and governance areas
  • Prepare sustainability reports using recognized frameworks
  • Develop measurable sustainability strategies aligned with SDGs
  • Create effective communication plans for stakeholders

Conducting Sustainability Audits

duration | 4 hours

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand sustainability regulations and requirements
  • Scope and perform environmental, social, and governance audits
  • Collect and analyze relevant sustainability data

Activities:

  • Training sessions
  • Audit exercises
  • Data analysis practice

Sustainability Reporting and Metrics

duration | 4 hours

Learning Outcomes:

  • Overview of reporting frameworks, including GRI
  • Prepare sustainability reports with focus on dual materiality
  • Utilize tools like Life Cycle Assessment and Carbon Footprint

Activities:

  • Reporting workshops
  • Case study reviews
  • Tool demonstrations

Developing Strategies and Communication Plans

duration | 4 hours

Learning Outcomes:

  • Align business strategies with sustainability goals (SDGs)
  • Set measurable objectives and develop operational plans
  • Craft communication plans for internal and external stakeholders

Activities:

  • Strategy development exercises
  • Communication planning workshops
  • Group presentations