Environment

This course examines ecosystem services science and its role in shaping policies and projects. It features insights from leading scientists and economists to explore the integration of ecosystem services into decision-making. Participants will learn how to apply these concepts to achieve sustainable environmental and economic outcomes.

This course examines global ocean governance and the legal framework for the blue economy, with a focus on the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. It covers key issues such as fisheries, marine pollution, conservation, climate change, and maritime transport. Participants will gain an understanding of the international legal principles governing ocean resources and activities.

This course in Air Quality Management is designed for development professionals, government officials, and other partners interested in learning about air quality management planning. It covers the fundamentals of air quality management and how successful programs can reduce harmful emissions. The course emphasizes the local and global development benefits that come with effective air quality management.

This course introduces key concepts of risk calculation and sensitivity analysis in agricultural climate insurance contracts. Participants will study contract triggers such as consecutive dry days, total rainfall, and risk-sharing methods like deductibles, limits, and co-insurance. Through practical exercises and comprehensive Excel-based illustrations, learners will gain the skills to modify and adapt climate-based insurance contracts.

This course explores three International Finance Corporation-financed projects—a wastewater treatment plant, a solid waste treatment project, and a public transportation upgrade. Through interactive decision points, participants will learn how municipalities can address environmental and social (E&S) challenges. The course provides practical insights into mitigating E&S risks throughout the investment lifecycle.

This training program launched in June 2023 to support capital market participants in implementing the International Financial Reporting Standards Foundation's (IFRS) Sustainability Standards: IFRS S1 IFRS S1 (General Requirements for Disclosure of Sustainability-Related Financial Information) and IFRS S2 (Climate-Related Disclosures). Developed in collaboration with the UN Sustainable Stock Exchanges (UN SSE), International Finance Corporation (IFC), and the IFRS Foundation itself, the course builds capacity for global adoption of sustainability-related financial disclosures. Offered free of charge through UN SSE Partner Exchanges, it ensures consistent and effective application of these new standards.

This course introduces participants to the International Finance Corporation's (IFC) Performance Standards and provides tools to identify and address environmental and social (E&S) risks in projects. Through practical case studies, learners will explore different types of E&S risks, communicate them effectively to clients, and understand the topics covered by the IFC Performance Standards. By the end of the course, participants will know where to find additional resources to enhance their knowledge.

This course is designed for managers and staff of financial institutions, including banks, private equity funds, leasing companies, and microfinance institutions. It helps participants understand sustainable finance, social and environmental risk management, and sustainability-related business opportunities. By the end of the course, learners will be better equipped to integrate sustainability into financial decision-making.

This course explores the concept of nature-based solutions (NBS) and their real-world applications across various landscapes and sectors. Learn about the key enabling factors, such as governance, inclusion, and finance, that are essential for successful NBS implementation.

The Learn Blue initiative, part of the PROBLUE program, offers training on tools for managing coastal and marine resources sustainably. It focuses on topics like Marine Spatial Planning and the Blue Economy Development Framework to support blue economy strategies.

This course introduces integrated land use as a method to balance environmental, social, and economic considerations in land management. It covers key topics such as stakeholder engagement, sustainability, financing, and policy coordination to address complex land-use challenges.