Carbon Footprint Level 1 (starter)
Fundamentals of Carbon Footprint and Neutrality
Target Audience: Professionals in the areas of sustainability and environment; investment funds; landowners; farmers; companies that want to offset their CO2 emissions; and anyone interested in the topic.
Context
The pressure to transition to a low-carbon economy is increasing, and companies are increasingly called upon to present clear carbon neutrality strategies. This process requires a solid understanding of their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in areas 1, 2, and 3, as well as the identification of concrete opportunities to reduce their carbon footprint. Beyond direct emissions reduction, it becomes essential to assess the viability of investments through cost/benefit analyses that include the social cost of carbon, explore voluntary and mandatory carbon markets, and consider effective carbon sequestration solutions. This training integrates a two-level program designed to provide a solid foundation in the fundamental concepts and key methodologies associated with carbon footprint and carbon neutrality. This level offers an introduction to Greenhouse Gases (GHG), the scopes needed to calculate emissions, and initial approaches to reducing the carbon footprint. Upon completion of this level, participants may choose to continue to Level II, where they will explore advanced strategies and practices for implementing carbon neutrality, according to their interests and needs.
Modules
Level 1
1
Modules 1
2h
Greenhouse Gases and Areas 1, 2 and 3
Objective: To understand what GHGs are and the scopes needed to calculate emissions.
Content
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Definition of Greenhouse Gases (CO₂, CH₄, N₂O, etc.).
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Explanation of the three emission scopes that companies must calculate.
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Introduction to the GHG Protocol as the standard methodology for calculating GHG emissions.
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Module 2
2h30
Investment incentive systems and their characteristics
Objective: To explore the concept and categories of Scope 3, focusing on calculation methods.
Content
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Detailed explanation of Scope 3 and its relevance to calculating a company's emissions.
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Categories within Scope 3.
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Basic calculation methods for Scope 3 emissions, including practical examples and the use of simple tools.
With this training, participants will:
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Understand what greenhouse gases (GHG) are and their relevance to companies.
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Identify and distinguish between scopes 1, 2, and 3 of emissions.
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Learn about the GHG Protocol as a standard methodology for calculating GHG emissions.
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Apply practical examples and use simple tools to calculate emissions.
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Acquire a solid foundation to begin quantifying and managing emissions in their organizations.
Dates and Times
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Duration and Format: 4 hours | Online
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Time: June 3rd | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Instructors: Diogo Almeida
Price
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€300 online (+VAT) for employees of large companies;
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€200 online (+VAT) for employees of SMEs;
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€75 online (including VAT) for individuals/professionals;
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€50 online (including VAT) for unemployed individuals, professionals in transition, and unemployed students.
10% discount for Systemic clients; BCSD Portugal members; GRACE members; B Corp companies;
15% discount for company registrations for more than one employee (non-cumulative).
*Training certified by DGERT
