Leadership
Boost your CDP performance by mastering scoring criteria and studying real-world case studies from leading organisations.
Recommended Duration
Online learning
1
Eco-literacy assessment
1
CPD credits
4
Employee surveys
Overview
Learn to excel in CDP reporting with insights into scoring criteria, strategic reporting practices, and case studies of successful implementations.
By the end of this course, participants will enhance their CDP scores by developing targeted improvement plans, creating robust reporting frameworks, and applying lessons from high-scoring organisations to refine their sustainability strategies and stakeholder engagements.
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
66% of companies reporting to CDP in 2023 did not improve their scores.
Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will have a strong understanding of:
The fundamentals of CDP and its role in sustainability reporting.
The CDP scoring criteria and how disclosures are structured.
How to apply best practices to improve CDP reporting and scores.
Best data collection and verification practices for multiple reporting stakeholders in an organisation.
Case studies of high-scoring organisations and how to avoid common reporting pitfalls.
4
sections
1
hr
duration
Participants will learn about CDP's significance in sustainability reporting, its impact on investor relations, and business reputation.
Actionable Outcome:
Develop a summary outlining the importance of CDP reporting for stakeholders within their organisation.
1
lessons to complete
15
min
Section duration
Explore CDP scoring criteria across both the CDP full corporate questionnaire and the CDP SME corporate questionnaire. Identify calculation methods and areas for improvement.
Actionable Outcome:
Identify relevant scoring criteria and develop a plan to enhance performance in targeted areas.
1
lessons to complete
15
min
Section duration
Learn strategies for completing CDP questionnaires, including data collection, verification methods, and alignment with sustainability goals.
Actionable Outcome:
Create a guidebook on best practices for CDP reporting, integrating strategies to optimise future submissions.
1
lessons to complete
15
min
Section duration
Review case studies of organisations with high CDP scores and common reporting errors impacting performance. Extract insights to refine reporting strategies.
Actionable Outcome:
Prepare an analysis report on successful strategies and lessons learned, alongside methods to avoid typical pitfalls in CDP reporting.
1
lessons to complete
15
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."
Jan 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.”
Mar 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."
Jun 2023
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!"
Nov 2022
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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