Carbon Literacy and Energy Transition Strategies Training Course

Module 1: Foundations of Climate Science and Policy

ü  Climate change science and global tipping points

ü  International climate agreements and net-zero targets

ü  National regulatory frameworks and local policy mandates

ü  The business case for carbon literacy

ü  Practical Session: Mapping local policy impacts on organizational operations

Module 2: Carbon Accounting Principles and Frameworks

ü  Introduction to carbon accounting methodologies

ü  Distinction between Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions

ü  Introduction to GHG Protocol standards

ü  Data collection and quality assurance

ü  Practical Session: Identifying emission sources in a sample organizational profile

Module 3: Greenhouse Gas Protocol and Inventory Management

ü  Setting organizational and operational boundaries

ü  Emissions calculation methodologies

ü  Baseline setting and target verification

ü  Documentation and record-keeping processes

ü  Practical Session: Drafting an initial corporate emission inventory report

Module 4: Energy Transition Technologies and Systems

ü  Overview of the global energy landscape

ü  Shift from fossil fuels to low-carbon alternatives

ü  Energy efficiency technologies for industry

ü  Emerging trends in sustainable energy

ü  Practical Session: Evaluating energy efficiency opportunities using a mock facility audit

Module 5: Strategies for Decarbonizing Business Operations

ü  Setting science-based targets

ü  Strategies for Scope 1 reduction

ü  Strategies for Scope 2 (purchased energy) reduction

ü  Monitoring progress and key performance indicators

ü  Practical Session: Designing a 5-year carbon reduction strategic plan

Module 6: Renewable Energy Integration and Implementation

ü  Solar, wind, and storage integration models

ü  Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)

ü  Microgrid solutions for business resiliency

ü  Evaluating Return on Investment (ROI) for clean tech

ü  Practical Session: Cost-benefit analysis of a renewable energy project proposal

Module 7: Supply Chain and Scope 3 Emissions Management

ü  Understanding value chain complexities

ü  Engaging suppliers in climate action

ü  Product life-cycle assessment basics

ü  Addressing transportation and logistics emissions

ü  Practical Session: Developing a supplier survey for carbon data collection

Module 8: Climate Risk Assessment and Financial Disclosure

ü  Physical vs. transition risks in business

ü  Introduction to TCFD reporting guidelines

ü  Integrating climate risk into enterprise risk management

ü  Communicating sustainability to stakeholders

ü  Practical Session: Developing a climate risk register for a specific industry

Module 9: Carbon Offsetting and Market Mechanisms

ü  Principles of high-quality carbon offsets

ü  Introduction to compliance and voluntary carbon markets

ü  Avoiding greenwashing in claims

ü  Validation and verification bodies

ü  Practical Session: Evaluating the credibility of various carbon credit projects

Module 10: Developing and Executing Corporate Sustainability Roadmaps

ü  Aligning sustainability with core business goals

ü  Change management and internal communication

ü  Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV)

ü  Continuous improvement cycles

ü  Practical Session: Pitching a final sustainability roadmap to senior management

About Our Trainers

Our trainers are industry-leading sustainability experts with extensive experience in environmental management, carbon auditing, and policy research. They bring a wealth of practical, hands-on knowledge gained from advising multinational corporations and government institutions on the transition to net-zero operations.

Quality Statement

Phoenix Training Center is committed to delivering world-class professional development. We ensure quality through rigorous curriculum development, the use of expert practitioners as trainers, and continuous feedback loops. Our programs are designed to be current, relevant, and highly applicable to real-world workplace challenges.

Tailor-Made Courses

We understand that every organization has unique challenges and opportunities as well as unique training needs. Phoenix Training Center offers tailor-made courses designed to address specific requirements and challenges faced by your team or organization. Whether you need a customized curriculum, a specific duration, or on-site delivery, we can adapt our expertise to provide a training solution that perfectly aligns with your objectives. We can customize this Course to focus on your industry, specific risk profile, or internal stakeholder dynamics. Contact us to discuss how we can create a bespoke training program that maximizes value and impact for your team.

Admission Criteria

ü  Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

ü  Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

ü  Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

ü  What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ü  Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

ü  Course Improvement: The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

ü  Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Kindly send an email to the Training Officer on training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training. Or call us on +254720272325 / +254737296202

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments a week before the training starts (at least 5 to 7 days before the Training start date) to reserve your seat:

ü  Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training Limited should be paid in advance, a week before the training starts.

ü  Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

ü  Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

ü  Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

ü  Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

ü  No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Accommodation and Airport Pick-up

For physical training attendees, we can assist with recommendations for accommodation near the training venue. Airport pick-up services can also be arranged upon request to ensure a smooth arrival. Please inform us of your travel details in advance if you require these services. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202.