ESG Certification Course
From Sustainability Fundamentals to ESG Strategy
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has become a key driver of business resilience, investment decisions, regulatory compliance, and long-term value creation. Organizations across industries are increasingly integrating ESG principles into their strategies to address climate change, social responsibility, ethical governance, and sustainable growth.
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This comprehensive 3-Day ESG Certification Course is designed to provide participants with a strong foundation in ESG concepts while introducing practical tools, global reporting frameworks, sustainability regulations, and implementation strategies. Whether you are a student, working professional, researcher, consultant, entrepreneur, or sustainability enthusiast, this course will equip you with the knowledge required to understand and apply ESG principles in real-world scenarios.
Wajiha Khan
About the Teacher
- Assistant Manager
– Biodiversity Manager
– Carbon Credit Market Specialist
- Project Development Associate
– Land Use Carbon & Forestry
- Programme Officer
– Human-Wildlife Conflict Mitigation
Wajiha Khan, Wildlife and climate change specialist with over 6 years of experience in biodiversity conservation, carbon markets, and human-wildlife conflict mitigation. Skilled in integrating indigenous knowledge, community-based conservation, and nature-based solutions (NbS) for sustainable development. Proven ability to manage AFOLU and Blue Carbon projects, engage diverse stakeholders, and design data driven strategies that bridge science, policy, and social equity. Passionate about climate resilience and ecosystem restoration in South and Southeast Asia.
Key Conservation Projects
Dissertation (WWF-India): Perception Analysis of Local Communities in Arunachal Pradesh – Conducted field-based research on the Monpa tribal community to assess their attitudes toward conservation and natural resource use. Collected and documented detailed ethnoecological knowledge, including ethnobotanical and ethnozoological practices. Studied the formation and functioning of Community Conserved Areas (CCAs), examining their effectiveness and socio-ecological dynamics. Compared the perceptions and conservation attitudes of communities living inside and outside CCAs, as well as those from nearby urban areas, to understand differing levels of engagement and environmental awareness.
• Internship: Human-Crocodile Conflict, Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary, Odisha – Conducted field-based research to understand the dynamics of human-crocodile interactions. Assessed community attitudes toward conflict, gathered spatial and qualitative data on conflict-prone areas, and evaluated the effectiveness of existing mitigation strategies. Developed recommendations to support species recovery while promoting coexistence and community safety.
Publications
• Khan, W. (2020). Human-crocodile conflict and community attitudes, Marine Policy.
• Khan, W., & Hore, U. (2018). Ethnoecological practices of Monpa tribe, Int. Biodiversity Congress Proceedings.
• Khan, W. (2019). Gender perspectives in climate vulnerability, Contemporary Social Issues of Women.
• Sethy, J. et al., Khan, W. (2017). Jewels of Nature: Butterflies and Moths of Amity University
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Understand the fundamentals of sustainability and ESG.
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Explain the Environmental, Social, and Governance pillars.
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Learn the science of climate change and carbon management.
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Understand carbon footprints, emissions, and carbon markets.
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Explore social responsibility, human rights, diversity, and governance practices.
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Interpret major ESG reporting standards and disclosure frameworks.
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Gain knowledge of Indian and global ESG regulations.
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Understand ESG ratings and sustainable finance.
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Develop practical approaches for ESG strategy and implementation.
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Explore emerging trends including AI, biodiversity credits, climate risk, and natural capital accounting
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E-certificate for all participants
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Lifetime access to recorded sessions
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Direct WhatsApp support for doubt-solving and guidance
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Opportunity to network with experts and fellow learners
BASIC ​COURSE SYLLABUS
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ESG Fundamentals and Environmental (E)
Module 1: Introduction to Sustainability
* Understanding Sustainable Development
* Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
* Triple Bottom Line (People, Planet, Profit)
* Circular Economy vs Linear Economy
* Green Economy
Module 2: Understanding ESG
* What is ESG?
* Evolution of ESG
* ESG vs Sustainability
* ESG vs CSR
* Business Case for ESG
* ESG and Corporate Value Creation
* Why Investors Care About ESG
Module 3: Global Climate Change
* Climate Change Science
* Greenhouse Effect
* Greenhouse Gases
* Global Warming
* Paris Agreement
* Net Zero
* Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)
Module 4: Environmental Pillar
* Carbon Footprint
* Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 Emissions
* Energy Management
* Renewable Energy
* Energy Efficiency
* Waste Management
* Circular Economy
* Water Stewardship
* Biodiversity Conservation
* Pollution Prevention
* Nature Positive Business
Module 5: Introduction to Carbon Markets
* Carbon Credits
* Carbon Offsets
* Compliance vs Voluntary Carbon Markets
* Overview of Verra, Gold Standard and Plan Vivo
* Carbon Neutrality vs Net Zero
Course Details
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Date :11,12,13- September-2026
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Time : 07.00 pm to 08.30 pm
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Platform : Zoom
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Level : Basic
Course Fees
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Original Price : ₹999/-
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First early Bird : ₹785/- (Till 16-August-2026)
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Second early Bird : ₹890/- (Till 29-August-2026)
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Group Discount : ₹610/- Per Head (Minimum 3 individual)
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Organization Discount: ₹560/-Per Head (Minimum 5 individual)
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Ex interns TNE : ₹499/-
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Ex Participant : ₹680/-
If you fall in the discount category (Group discounts/Organizational Discounts/ Present/ Ex Interns), you can pay the discounted amount directly to the bank account below.
Bank details
Account type-current
Account name- Wildlifearc
AC no.: 3346750332
IFSC. :KKBK0002040
UPI ID: Wildlifearc@kotak
Steps for discount payments
After the payment, please send a screenshot or the payment along with the full name, email addresses, WhatsApp numbers of the participants and course name (also, ID provided by institution in case of organizational discount) via WhatsApp to Mr. Kayden Anthony at 8407924258 or Ms. Shamna Fathima at +91 7356337157
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GROUP DISCOUNTS
GROUP DISCOUNTS ARE TO BE PAID TOGETHER AS A GROUP TO OUR UPI ID (eg. for 3 members, kindly pay ₹500* 3 = ₹1500 together & not separately)
ORGANIZATION DISCOUNTS
ORGANIZATION DISCOUNTS ARE TO BE PAID TOGETHER AS A GROUP TO OUR UPI ID (eg. For 5 members, kindly pay ₹450* 5 = ₹2250 together & not separately)
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