ESG Risk Management and Sustainable Finance (Classroom and Synchronous)

This course offers a comprehensive exploration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) risks, their impact on individuals, businesses, as well as the essential role of sustainable fi nance in mitigating and adapting to these risks. By the end of this course, participants will be able to assess, manage, and mitigate ESG risks for their businesses while harnessing the potential of sustainable finance to drive more responsible and sustainable business practices. They will have the expertise and tools necessary to navigate the evolving landscape of sustainable finance in Singapore.

What You'll Learn

• Introduction to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) risks and how they can impact individuals, businesses, and Singapore
• Introduction to Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS) risk scenario analysis and learn how to create and stress test different risk scenarios
• Introduction to Singapore's environmental risk assessment guidelines for financial institutions, and learn how to undertake ESG risk assessment to reduce and adapt to climate change risks in the business
• Introduction to Sustainable Finance and the role it plays in driving businesses towards more sustainable outcomes
• Learn about the Green Finance Industry Taskforce and the role of Taxonomies in Sustainable Finance
• Introduction to Sustainable Finance products, such as sustainability-linked loans and green bonds
• Learn how businesses can apply for and utilise various Sustainable Finance products to finance their sustainable business operations
• Understand the various green and sustainable financing initiatives in place in Singapore