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Introduction to Net Zero (Short courses and Adult Learning)

  • Gelli Aur Campus
  • Online
2 Hours

The IEMA Introduction to Net Zero course gives clear, consistent guidance on best practice in response to the climate crisis. The course aims to provide a baseline and operational overview of environmental sustainability as it affects their specific industry and work area.

Course details

Study modes:
  • Face-to-Face
  • Distance
Course length:
2 Hours
Accredited:
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Programme Description

Once completed, a learner on this course will be able to:

  • Explain what is net zero and related terms  
  • Explain the urgency of the underlying climate science driving the net zero agenda  
  • Explain the main international policy context for responding to the climate crisis  
  • Explain the UK policy context and drivers 
  • Explain the business and environmental benefits of net zero 
  • Explain the outline of a robust net zero approach  
  • Explain key principles on communicating a robust net zero claim and avoiding greenwash

This course will be appealing for those who are looking to gain a baseline knowledge on net zero in their own capacity. This course will also be a powerful tool for businesses on a journey towards net zero and provides an approach to raising awareness across the business. 

After successful completion of this course learners should consider the IEMA Environmental Sustainability Skills for Managers course or the IEMA Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workplace course.