Introduction To Sustainable Development

Introduction to Sustainable Development for Non-Practitioners: Future-Proofing Your Enterprise with Purpose

Overview

  • Workshop/Product Title: Introduction to Sustainable Development for Non-Practitioners
  • Type: Workshop
  • Duration: 2 Days
  • Delivery Method: Face-to-Face
  • Core Problem Solved: General workforce and non-specialists lack a clear, practical understanding of sustainable development principles, their relevance to daily operations, and how they can contribute to organizational sustainability efforts beyond mere compliance.
  • Key Transformation/Outcome: Participants will gain a foundational understanding of sustainable development, recognize its strategic importance, and identify actionable ways to contribute to their organization’s sustainability goals, fostering a collective awareness and commitment to future-proofing their enterprise with purpose.

Who Should Attend

  • Target Participants: Executives, Assistant Managers, Managers, and general workforce at all levels. Ideal for organizations seeking to build broad-based awareness and a sustainability-oriented mindset across their entire team.
  • Optimum Number of Participants: 15-30 participants

What You Will Learn (Learning Objectives)

  • Understand the core principles of sustainable development and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
  • Explore the concepts of Net Zero 2050 and carbon neutrality—what they mean and how they impact businesses.
  • Learn about the Carbon Footprint—how it’s measured and ways to reduce personal and corporate emissions.
  • Gain insights into ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks and how companies balance profitability and sustainability.
  • Identify practical steps they can take to contribute to their organization’s sustainability goals.
  • Align individual actions with company sustainability commitments and drive positive impact.

Workshop Modules/Topics

  • Module 1: Introduction to Sustainable Development: What is Sustainable Development? (3 Pillars, 2030 Agenda, 17 SDGs), Why sustainability is critical for businesses and society.
  • Module 2: Climate Change and Net Zero 2050: Understanding Climate Change, Net Zero 2050, Carbon Offsetting vs. Carbon Reduction.
  • Module 3: Carbon Footprints: Personal and Corporate: What is a Carbon Footprint? (Scope 1, 2, 3), Tools for calculation, Personal & Corporate Carbon Strategies.
  • Module 4: ESG and Sustainable Business: What is ESG? (Environmental, Social, Governance), The Business Case for ESG, Real-World Examples.
  • Module 5: Sustainable Innovation and Business Value: Sustainability as a Competitive Advantage, Circular Economy Models, Integrating sustainability into day-to-day work.
  • Module 6: Action Planning: Becoming a Sustainability Advocate: Understanding company commitments, Aligning personal goals, Practical actions in daily roles, Continuous Learning.
  • Module 7: Integrating Sustainability into Your Action Learning Project (ALP): Sustainability as a Cross-Cutting Theme, Data-Driven Decision Making, Stakeholder Engagement, Measuring Impact.
  • Module 8: Completion: Reflection, Q&A, and Next Steps: Recap, Q&A, Feedback, Setting next steps for sustainability journeys.

Our Unique Methodology

RESB’s battle-tested expertise in corporate transformation and communication makes complex sustainable development concepts accessible and immediately applicable for non-specialist audiences. This highly interactive workshop blends theory with practical application through engaging presentations, real-world case studies, dynamic group activities, and simulations. Participants are guided through reflection and action planning, ensuring deep understanding and lasting impact. Our ‘Make Everything A Learning Experience’ Brand Essence fosters practical, lasting transformation.

Why Choose RESB for This Workshop

  • Strategic Mindset Shift: Move beyond basic compliance and reporting to foster genuine sustainability thinking across your entire workforce.
  • Accessible Expertise: Demystify complex sustainable development concepts with clear, jargon-free explanations from a trainer with 25+ years of battle-tested corporate experience.
  • Practical Application: Learn through real-world case studies and interactive activities that equip participants to contribute to their organization’s sustainability goals immediately.
  • Future-Proofing Your Enterprise: Equip all employees with foundational knowledge to drive resilient and responsible growth in an era of increasing environmental and social imperatives.
  • HRDC Claimable: This program is HRDC Claimable for eligible Malaysian organizations, maximizing your training investment.

Investment

  • Pricing: RM10,500 per day (Excluded SST).
  • HRDC Claimable Status: Yes (This program is HRDC Claimable for eligible Malaysian organizations.)

Ready to Transform?

  • Call to Action: Build a sustainability-aware workforce! Contact us to schedule this foundational workshop for your team.