Climate resilience of the private sector, become a climate expert - principles, trends and innovative topics

Participants 

This online training is intended for consultants who want to support private sector companies in adapting to climate change. Representatives of business associations, chambers of commerce, NGOs or GIZ staff working with the private sector are also invited to participate.

Objectives and content 

This remote training illustrates how climate change affects businesses, explains the rationale behind adaptation and shows strategies for climate resilience. Participants will learn how to use the 4-step Climate Expert tool to analyse climate risks and opportunities, prioritize adaptation measures and design adaptation strategies. All working material, background information and company cases are designed to empower participants to closely engage with the private sector and to help enterprises ensure business survival and growth despite climate change.

Course content:

• Background and workshop methodology

• Climate Change, Impacts, and Effects on the Business

• Assessing Climate Change Risks

• Assessing Climate Change Opportunities

• Identifying and Prioritizing Climate Change Adaptation Measures

• Cost-Benefit Analysis

• Developing an Adaptation Strategy for the company

• The Climate Expert and your Role as a Consultant

Methods 

• Plenary discussions 10 remote training sessions (à 2 hours) on private

• Needs assessment of participants

• Presentations and material by experts on newest developments in the field

• Practical exercises and case studies

• Virtual group discussions

• Self-learning material

• Assistance/ mentoring by trainers during the entire training

Cost

1.150,00 €