15 Topics
5 Days
75 Sessions
Programme Overview
Training Description
Who Should Attend
- Environmental and Social Impact Specialists
- Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals
- Risk and Compliance Professionals
- Government and Public-Sector Project Officers
- Development and Humanitarian Practitioners
- Corporate Strategy and Sustainability Managers
- PMO Professionals
- Consultants involved in complex project development
Session Objectives
- Understand the core principles of sustainability.
- Integrate sustainability into project lifecycles.
- Apply a triple bottom line approach.
- Identify and manage environmental impacts.
- Ensure social responsibility and ethical practices.
- Analyze a project's economic viability over its lifespan.
- Engage diverse stakeholders on sustainability goals.
- Measure and report on sustainability performance.
- Mitigate risks related to climate change and regulations.
- Develop a sustainable project charter and plan.
About the Course
The Greenprint for Tomorrow: Sustainability Embedded in Complex Project Design Training Course equips project professionals with the knowledge and practical tools needed to integrate sustainability principles into the design, planning, implementation, and delivery of complex projects. The course explores how environmental, social, economic, and governance considerations can be embedded into project decisions without compromising project objectives, value, quality, or long-term performance.
Participants will learn how to identify sustainability opportunities and risks, assess environmental and social impacts, engage stakeholders, integrate ESG considerations into project planning, and develop resilient project solutions. Through practical case studies, project scenarios, and interactive exercises, participants will explore how sustainability can move from a conceptual goal to an integral part of project design and delivery.
Curriculum & Topics
15 Topics | 75 Sessions
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Workshop 1.1:
Defining the three pillars of sustainability
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Workshop 1.2:
The business case for sustainable projects
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Workshop 1.3:
Global frameworks and standards (e.g., SDGs)
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Workshop 1.4:
The role of project managers in a sustainable world
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Workshop 1.5:
Case studies in sustainable project success
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Workshop 2.1:
Creating a sustainable project charter
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Workshop 2.2:
Defining the triple bottom line objectives
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Workshop 2.3:
Conducting an initial sustainability assessment
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Workshop 2.4:
Engaging stakeholders from day one
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Workshop 2.5:
Incorporating sustainability into the project vision
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Workshop 3.1:
Principles of sustainable design
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Workshop 3.2:
Life-cycle analysis (LCA) for materials and products
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Workshop 3.3:
Circular economy principles in project design
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Workshop 3.4:
Eco-friendly and energy-efficient solutions
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Workshop 3.5:
Designing for adaptability and futureproofing
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Workshop 4.1:
Sourcing and procurement for sustainability
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Workshop 4.2:
Ethical labor practices in the supply chain
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Workshop 4.3:
Auditing and monitoring supplier performance
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Workshop 4.4:
Reducing waste and emissions in logistics
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Workshop 4.5:
Managing end-of-life and disposal of materials
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Workshop 5.1:
The importance of social impact assessments
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Workshop 5.2:
Engaging local communities and indigenous groups
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Workshop 5.3:
Ensuring fair wages and safe working conditions
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Workshop 5.4:
Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
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Workshop 5.5:
Leaving a positive social legacy
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Workshop 6.1:
Methods for assessing environmental impact
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Workshop 6.2:
•Reucing carbon footprints and energy use
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Workshop 6.3:
Water management and conservation
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Workshop 6.4:
Waste reduction and recycling strategies
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Workshop 6.5:
Protecting local biodiversity and ecosystems
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Workshop 7.1:
Calculating the long-term economic benefits
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Workshop 7.2:
Securing funding for sustainable projects
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Workshop 7.3:
The role of green bonds and impact investors
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Workshop 7.4:
Measuring return on investment (ROI) beyond profit
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Workshop 7.5:
Risk management for environmental and social factors
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Workshop 8.1:
Defining key performance indicators (KPIs)
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Workshop 8.2:
Tools for tracking sustainability metrics
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Workshop 8.3:
Reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB)
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Workshop 8.4:
Communicating progress to stakeholders
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Workshop 8.5:
Auditing and verifying sustainability claims
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Workshop 9.1:
Understanding local and international regulations
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Workshop 9.2:
Navigating complex permitting and approvals
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Workshop 9.3:
The impact of carbon pricing and taxes
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Workshop 9.4:
Legal and reputational risks of non-compliance
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Workshop 9.5:
Staying ahead of future regulations
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Workshop 10.1:
Identifying sustainability-related risks
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Workshop 10.2:
Mitigating risks from climate change
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Workshop 10.3:
Building project resilience to external shocks
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Workshop 10.4:
The importance of adaptive management
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Workshop 10.5:
Creating a robust risk register
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Workshop 11.1:
Leading a sustainable project team
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Workshop 11.2:
Fostering a culture of responsibility and ethics
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Workshop 11.3:
Educating and inspiring team members
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Workshop 11.4:
Empowering sustainable decision-making
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Workshop 11.5:
Celebrating sustainability wins
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Workshop 12.1:
The role of green technology in projects
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Workshop 12.2:
Using data analytics for sustainability insights
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Workshop 12.3:
Sustainable material and product innovation
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Workshop 12.4:
Building information modeling (BIM) for sustainability
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Workshop 12.5:
Leveraging digital tools for reporting and tracking
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Workshop 13.1:
Analysis of successful and failed sustainable projects
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Workshop 13.2:
Group workshops on real-world scenarios
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Workshop 13.3:
Identifying best practices in different industries
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Workshop 13.4:
Lessons learned from global leaders
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Workshop 13.5:
Applying the principles to a case challenge
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Workshop 14.1:
Combining sustainability with Agile and Lean
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Workshop 14.2:
Integrating sustainability into waterfall projects
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Workshop 14.3:
Adapting PRINCE2 for a sustainable approach
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Workshop 14.4:
Creating a custom methodology
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Workshop 14.5:
Ensuring seamless implementation
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Workshop 15.1:
Addressing resistance to change
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Workshop 15.2:
Dealing with budget and time constraints
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Workshop 15.3:
Managing conflicting stakeholder interests
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Workshop 15.4:
Ensuring long-term commitment to sustainability
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Workshop 15.5:
Building the business case for internal buy-in
