Leadership
This course provides essential insights into crafting a comprehensive sustainability policy, covering its fundamentals, benefits, common pitfalls, best practices, and actionable steps for implementation and continuous improvement.
Recommended Duration
Online learning
1
Eco-literacy assessment
1
CPD credits
4
Employee surveys
Sustainability Policy
Corporate Sustainability
Overview
This 1-hour course focuses on establishing a robust sustainability policy. Participants will explore fundamental principles of policy development, highlighting benefits such as enhanced regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
Learn actionable best practices to draft, implement, and refine your policy, promoting fair and inclusive work practices while bolstering organisational resilience and sustainability.
Gain essential tools for monitoring progress, engaging stakeholders effectively, and cultivating a workplace culture aligned with global sustainability standards.
Assessment Criteria
The assessment takes approximately 10 minutes and is graded by percentage. There are 10 multiple choice questions (MCQs) upon completion of four lessons. The certification criteria is 40%, and learners may retake the assessment.
SDG's
Business Value
Only 34% of UK businesses have an environmental sustainability policy.
Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will have a strong understanding of:
The key components and importance of a sustainability policy in aligning business practices with environmental goals.
The benefits of implementing a robust sustainability policy, including compliance with environmental legislation and streamlined business operations.
Best practices for drafting, implementing, and improving a sustainability policy tailored to their organisation's needs.
Actionable steps to track and continuously improve their sustainability policy, ensuring it remains effective and aligned with evolving environmental standards.
4
sections
1
hr
duration
Gain insights into the purpose and components of a sustainability policy, including its role in guiding environmental initiatives and corporate responsibility.
Actionable Outcome:
Develop a draft outline for a sustainability policy framework tailored to your organisation's sector and operations.
1
lessons to complete
13
min
Section duration
Explore the strategic advantages of a well-crafted sustainability policy, such as enhanced regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and improved stakeholder relationships.
Actionable Outcome:
Conduct a gap analysis to identify areas where a sustainability policy can streamline business processes and enhance environmental performance
1
lessons to complete
17
min
Section duration
Learn proven strategies for effective sustainability policy development, including stakeholder engagement, goal setting, and integration into corporate governance.
Actionable Outcome:
Create an implementation plan for your sustainability policy, outlining key milestones, responsibilities, and timelines for rollout and evaluation.
1
lessons to complete
14
min
Section duration
Understand the lifecycle of a sustainability policy, from initial implementation to ongoing monitoring and continuous improvement.
Actionable Outcome:
Establish a framework for regular policy reviews and updates, incorporating feedback mechanisms to ensure relevance and effectiveness over time.
1
lessons to complete
16
min
Section duration
Áine Higgins
Head, ESG and Sustainability
"NTR had the pleasure of working with the Vyra Team. The training was engaging, beautifully presented, and prompted participants to consider what they could do to help the biodiversity challenge. The structure of the training made it easy for all to fit into busy schedules."
June 2024
Sean O’Connell
Event Operations Executive
“At the beginning of our sustainability journey, we were looking for assistance in helping us to educate our staff on the various topics in this space. We found Vyra’s online platform and content the perfect tool to achieve this.”
August 2023
David Terceño
ESG & Corporate Communications
"Working with Vyra has allowed us to develop high quality biodiversity and sustainability modules that are not only informative but also engaging and easy to complete, allowing our employee to keep their focus in all their essential work."
Jan 2024
Nigel Clark
Board Member
"In trying to become more literate in sustainability, I'd like to say a big thanks to Jack Dwyer and the team at Vyra for helping me. I'd recommend becoming a Vyra Member to all my network"
Nov 2024
Nay Pereira
Sustainability Co-ordinator
"Vyra is an amazing tool that makes sustainability part of our everyday life, combining practical challenges and a great interface with trustworthy information on a wide variety of ESG topics. It really helps us to inspire and empower our team!"
Dec 2023
Nick Tennant
ESG & Commercial Reporting Manager
"If approached by others I would strongly recommend the use of the Vyra training courses."
May 2024
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