Certified Climate Resilient Officer (CRO) (SA14)


Description
The philosophy of this course is to equip professionals with all the necessary tools, skills, and knowledge to manage climate-related risks and opportunities.
Content
  • Welcome!
  • Guidance on the Different Modules and How to Maximize Learning
  • Course Introduction by Tutor
  • Module 1: Fundamentals of Climate Resilience
  • Module 1 Introduction
  • Overview of Climate Change Science
  • Historical Climate Trends and Future Projections
  • VIDEO: Understanding Climate Risk | Intro to Climate Risk Management
  • Impacts on Ecosystems, Communities, and Economies
  • Ethical and Social Responsibility in Climate Action
  • Types of Climate Risks
  • Reputational Risk
  • Risks Examples
  • VIDEO: Climate risk analysis in sub-Saharan Africa
  • What is Climate Resilience
  • Opportunities for Businesses
  • Opportunities for Cities
  • Challenges for Corporations
  • Challenges for Cities
  • Case Study: IKEA
  • Examples of Corporate Initiatives Towards Climate Resilience
  • VIDEO: Worn Wear by Patagonia
  • Case Study: Copenhagen, Denmark
  • Examples of City Initiatives Towards Climate Resilience
  • VIDEO: Adapting to climate change: Five countries set an example
  • Introduction to Frameworks & Legislation
  • The Paris Agreement
  • National and Regional Climate Policies and Regulations
  • Key Stakeholders and Their Roles in Climate Governance
  • US Climate Regulation and Policy Frameworks
  • EU Climate Regulation and Policy Frameworks
  • Module 1 - Suggested Reading
  • Module 1 Quiz
  • Question: Copenhagen's Climate Adaptation Plan
  • Questions?
  • Module 2: Financial Impact of Climate Resilience
  • Module 2 Introduction
  • Potential Financial Risks of Climate Change for Cities
  • Potential Financial Risks of Climate Change for Corporations
  • Methods for Assessing Financial Risks Related to Climate Change
  • Climate Impact Lab
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis of Climate Adaptation Strategies
  • CBA Examples: Cities
  • CBA Examples: Corporations
  • Case Studies: Financial Impacts of Climate Resilience Measures for Cities
  • Case Studies: Financial Impacts of Climate Resilience Measures for Corporations
  • Importance of Climate Risk Disclosure for Corporations
  • Importance of Climate Risk Disclosure for Cities
  • VIDEO: What is climate risk disclosure?
  • Sustainability Reporting and Climate Risk Disclosure
  • Module 2 - Suggested Reading
  • Module 2 Quiz
  • Question: Munich Re and Monsanto Case Studies
  • Questions?
  • Module 3: Climate Resilience Frameworks & Standards
  • Module 3 Introduction
  • VIDEO: Understanding Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG Emissions
  • Carbon-related Standards and Frameworks
  • Methods for Measuring and Calculating Carbon Footprint
  • USA: The National Climate Resilience Framework
  • ISO 14091
  • Climate Disclosure Standards Board (CDSB)
  • Climate Disclosure Standards Board (CDSB) (2)
  • WBCSD (World Business Council for Sustainable Development)
  • WBCSD – Criteria 
  • WBCSD – Organizations using it 
  • Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol)
  • CDP
  • Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)
  • Compliance with carbon-related standards and frameworks
  • Case Study: GAP Inc.’s ESG Report
  • Case Study: City and County of Honolulu - Annual Sustainability Report
  • Module 3 - Suggested Reading
  • Module 3 Quiz
  • Question: Gap Inc. Case Study
  • Questions?
  • Module 4: Strategies for Integration and Impact
  • Module 4 Introduction
  • Integration of Climate Risk into Strategic Planning: Cities
  • Integration of Climate Risk into Strategic Planning: Corporations
  • City Strategies for Climate Resilience: Adaptations vs Mitigation
  • Corporate Strategies for Climate Resilience: Adaptations vs Mitigation
  • VIDEO: The Adaptation Principles: 6 Ways to Build Resilience
  • City Strategies - Practical Examples
  • U.S. Climate Resilience Toolkit
  • Case Study: City and County of Honolulu
  • Corporate Strategies - Practical Examples
  • Case Study: Exxonmobil 2024 Advancing Climate Solutions
  • The climate risk planning cycle
  • Climate Resilience and Supply Chain Management
  • Strategies for Reducing Carbon Emissions Across Value Chains
  • LANXESS Example
  • Use of Technology and Data Analytics for Climate Risk Assessment
  • Collaboration with Stakeholders
  • Ethical and Social Responsibility in Climate Action
  • Ethical Considerations
  • Module 4 - Suggested Reading
  • Module 4 Quiz
  • Question: ExxonMobil Case Study
  • Questions?
  • Module 5: Advancing Climate Resilience in a Changing World: The Role of Climate
  • Module 5 Introduction
  • Understanding Complex Climate Systems and Feedback Loops
  • Uncertainty and Risk in Climate Projections
  • Emerging Trends and AI Technologies in Climate Resilience
  • Google Flood Forecasting Initiative: Flood Hub
  • VIDEO: Flood Hub for Governments and Organizations
  • Microsoft AI for Earth Program - Wildfire Detection System
  • VIDEO: Using AI to Build Climate Resilience
  • Career Opportunities in Climate Resilience and Sustainability
  • Required Skills and Competencies for Climate Resilience Professionals
  • Example: Importance of Climate Resilience as a Business Role (1)
  • Example: Importance of Climate Resilience as a Business Role (2)
  • Module 5 - Suggested Reading
  • Module 5 Quiz
  • Questions?
  • FINAL QUIZ
  • Final Quiz
  • Assignment
  • Assignment - Question 1
  • Assignment - Question 2
  • Assignment - Question 3
  • Course evaluation
  • Course Evaluation
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed