Environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors are now core to business strategy, and regulators increasingly expect boards and management to understand them. In Singapore, for example, all directors of SGX-listed companies must complete sustainability training. GreenCo's ESG training and capability-building programmes give boards, management and staff the practical knowledge they need to lead and deliver on sustainability.
Why ESG Training Matters
1. Understanding ESG Principles
Training helps employees understand the fundamentals of ESG, from environmental stewardship and social responsibility to ethical governance. A well-informed workforce is better equipped to contribute to sustainability initiatives.
2. Better Decision-Making
Trained teams are more likely to consider sustainability factors in everyday decisions, leading to more sustainable practices and innovative solutions aligned with company goals.
3. Compliance and Risk Management
As ESG regulations evolve, training keeps teams aware of relevant laws and standards, reducing the risk of non-compliance and protecting the company's reputation.
4. Building Stakeholder Trust
Investing in ESG training shows a genuine commitment to responsible practices, which builds trust with investors, customers and employees.
5. Competitive Advantage
Companies that implement ESG well are often seen as industry leaders, attracting customers and investors who value sustainable, ethical business.
Our ESG Training Programmes
- Board and director ESG training – sustainability governance, oversight responsibilities and regulatory expectations.
- ESG reporting standards – GRI, ISSB (IFRS S1 and S2), HKEX and SGX requirements.
- Climate risk disclosure – identifying, assessing and disclosing climate-related risks and opportunities.
- GHG accounting – Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions calculation under the GHG Protocol.
- ESG for investment teams – ESG integration and climate risk management for fund managers.
- Online training – flexible, expert-led online modules with assessments and certificates.
Example: Climate Risk Disclosure Training
As organisations recognise the impact of climate change on operations and financial performance, effective climate risk disclosure has become essential. This programme equips participants to identify, assess and disclose climate-related risks in line with recognised frameworks.
Training Objectives
- Understand why climate risk disclosure matters for corporate governance and financial transparency.
- Become familiar with key frameworks, including IFRS S2 and the SASB Standards.
- Learn how to evaluate the potential impact of climate risks on strategy and operations.
- Gain insight into best practices for reporting climate-related risks and opportunities.
Topics Covered
- Introduction to climate risks – physical, transition and liability risks and their business implications.
- Regulatory landscape – global and regional regulations, including HKEX and SGX climate requirements.
- Assessment methods – tools and techniques, including climate scenario analysis.
- Reporting frameworks – applying IFRS S2 (which builds on the TCFD recommendations) and SASB industry metrics.
- Stakeholder engagement – communicating climate risks effectively to different audiences.
Who Should Attend?
- Corporate executives and board members
- Risk management professionals
- Sustainability officers
- Finance, compliance and legal teams
With climate change posing significant risks to businesses, proper climate risk disclosure is both a regulatory requirement and a strategic imperative. This training helps participants navigate that complexity and strengthen their organisation's resilience.
Explore our ESG online training and free Singapore Green Plan learning videos.
Why Appoint GreenCo for International Sustainability and ESG Advisory?
Since 2016, GreenCo has been trusted by public and private companies and multinational companies for reliable, standards-based ESG and sustainability advisory. We have supported more than 80 listed companies in Hong Kong, Singapore, Mainland China and South Korea, alongside private companies, IPO candidates and multinational groups.
- International standards expertise – GRI, ISSB (IFRS S1 and S2), HKEX and SGX listing rules, the GHG Protocol, ISO 14064 and ISAE 3000.
- All-round, one-stop advisory – strategy, materiality, reporting, GHG accounting, climate risk, ESG ratings, training and assurance under one roof.
- Built from scratch, with you throughout – we can build your ESG framework, data processes and reports from the ground up, and our consultants stay hands-on from kick-off to sign-off.
- Finance-grade rigour – our team combines accounting, investment and risk qualifications, so your ESG numbers stand up to auditors, regulators and investors.
- Professional judgement, with AI as a tool – we use AI and digital tools for efficiency, but every conclusion is reviewed and owned by qualified consultants.
- Assurance capability – assurance services performed by a CPA (Practising) in accordance with ISAE 3000.
Our Team's Professional Credentials
- Fellow Certified Public Accountant (FCPA)
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) – CFA Institute
- Financial Risk Manager (FRM) – Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP)
- Certified ESG Analyst (CESGA)
- Sustainable Investing Certificate – CFA Institute
- GRI Certified Professional
- Practitioner Member – Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP)
- GRI Certified Sustainability Professional – Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)