Designed for

Climate Change Specialists, Meteorologists, Climate Officials in private energy companies, staff of telecommunication companies, public officials working with energy regulatory MDAs, Staff of federal and state ministry of power and energy and staff of NGOs that are promoting innovative climate change technologies, Officials in Oil and Gas Industries, Telecom Operators, Officials in Chemical and Petrochemical Industries, Officials in Aviation Industries, Bank Officials, etc...

Course Introduction

Development Assistance Organisations are increasingly engaging the private sector to mobilise green investment, promote green private sector development, and harness skills and knowledge for addressing climate change in developing countries. Efforts include developing clean infrastructure, reducing energy and water use, improving the climate resilience of cities and communities, and supporting natural capital and ecosystems. Emerging good practice spans ways to communicate the business benefits of addressing environmental issues (e.g. cost savings, reduced risks), understand and address the barriers to private sector engagement on environmental issues, promote sound business models and adopt a holistic approach that includes support for the enabling policy environment for investment and business.

The Sustainable Development Goals and Paris Agreement reconfirm that growth and development cannot continue without all countries tackling climate change and boosting environmental sustainability. Transitioning from the current development pathway to a low-carbon, climate-resilient one will require significant investment and innovation and, more importantly, a shift in the way governments and the private sector make decisions.

This training program is designed to offer the private sector organisations with the opportunities to align their operations, activities and strategic vision with the global interests in tackling the hazards of climate changes. Participants will also learn the need for innovative solutions in the areas of climate change mitigation and adaptation and the imperatives for companies to develop new products and services in order to serve the new and emerging green markets.