What Is Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)?
November 26, 2024
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This course is part of ESG for All Specialization
Instructor: Duke Corporate Education
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This course series is designed for beginners and requires no prior experience with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) concepts.
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Beginner level
This course series is designed for beginners and requires no prior experience with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) concepts.
Discover why ESG is a powerful and emotive topic, and explore its relevance in today’s world.
Recognize biases and learn practical ways to incorporate ESG principles in your role.
Develop skills for inclusive and non-judgmental ESG dialogue.
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This course invites participants to explore the emotive and often contentious nature of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) topics, offering tools to foster meaningful dialogue. Learners will examine personal and societal biases, develop skills for inclusive, non-judgmental conversations, and explore the concept of climate justice. Designed for anyone seeking to build awareness and communication skills, this course emphasizes making ESG an inclusive, shared responsibility and promoting constructive engagement across diverse perspectives.
In this module, you will receive a course overview, learn about your instructor's background, and have an opportunity to introduce yourself and meet your peers.
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In this module, you'll uncover why ESG sparks strong emotions, identify how personal perspectives can influence engagement, and see the role each of us plays in advancing sustainable practices. You'll also build skills to discuss ESG openly and grasp the concept of climate justice and its universal relevance.
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