Elevate your climate and nature governance competency
Drive long-term value and level up your oversight skills with this unique program of live sessions, self-study guides, case studies and simulations, designed by and for boards and business leaders. With companies increasingly required to disclose the climate and sustainability competencies of their board and management, climate and nature upskilling is paramount.
Get the credential that opens doors for board directors worldwide.
Gain a competitive edge
A designation (CCB.D) provides the seal of approval that you are upskilled to:
- Oversee the value and risks of climate and nature initiatives from a board perspective.
- Anticipate and manage evolving stakeholder expectations, build trust, and discuss climate and nature actions confidently and transparently.
- Navigate new disclosure requirements, understand best practices for climate transition, and stay ahead of regulatory trends.
- Possess the knowledge nomination committees, recruiters, and investors are looking for.
Why this program?
Interconnected Global Perspective: The CCB.D offers an interconnected perspective on climate and nature strategy, governance and performance. Appropriate for multi-nationals and SMEs alike.
Top-tier, Global Faculty: Competent Boards’ faculty of board members, c-suite executives and thought leaders are second to none. They offer pragmatic, strategic thinking and current intelligence, with a wide breadth of experience to draw from.
Practical, Actionable Insights: You can immediately apply what you learn to your role, ensuring you’re well-prepared to navigate current and future challenges as a board member.
Unparalleled Networking: Over 1000 leaders from nearly 60 countries are certified through Competent Boards, offering an incredible networking community and many continuous learning opportunities.
“I have learned a lot from the sessions and can apply them immediately in my various roles…I highly recommend it to C level and Board members as part of mandatory training.”
(Philippines)
Sebastian Quiniones (CCB.D)
Executive Director, Pilipinas Shell Foundation Inc
“The program’s focus on aligning and integrating climate action with the company’s purpose and long term value creation was key for me. I now feel better equipped to lead my board colleagues and engage with those advising us in this critical area of accountability to our stakeholders.”
(New Zealand)
Mel Hewitson (CCB.D)
Independent Director, Fidelity Life Assurance Co., Solar Investments Ltd, Southern Cross Travel Insurance
“An incredibly interesting and relevant program that is full of up to date insights from true thought leaders. Very happy to have invested my time in this program.”
(Canada)
Natascha Kiernan (CCB.D)
Independent Director, Green Impact Partners; Board Vice Chair, BC Energy Regulator; Lead Director, Empress Royalty; Founder and Principal, Bellevue Strategic Advisory
Schedule | October 2024 Cohort
Interactive Session with Faculty Speakers and Case Discussion:
October 3, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 ET
Integrating Climate and Nature Risk and Opportunities into Corporate Strategy and Decision-Making
Pia Heidenmark Cook
Non-Executive Director – Board of Directors, Bupa, MAX Burgers and Origin Materials; Chair – Advisory Board, The Do Group; Former Chief Sustainability Officer, IKEA
R. Andreas Kraemer
Director of Oceano Azul Foundation, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Agora Energiewende, and Co-Chairman of the Investment Committee of Ökovision Investment Fund, ÖKOWORLD
Bertrand Millot
Head of Sustainability, CDPQ; Board Member, Ceres, Inc.
October 24, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 ET
Navigating Climate and Nature Regulations and Standards
Agnes K Y Tai
PhD, CCB.D, SCR®, Responsible AI, ESG Investing, FRM, CAIA, MBA, FHKIoD; Director of Great Glory Investment Corporation and Senior Advisor of iPartners Holdings Ltd.
Paul Dickinson
Co-Founder, Transition Value Partners, advising boards and executive teams on climate transition governance and policy strategy, Co-presenter of the Outrage and Optimism podcast. Founder and Strategic Advisor CDP
Marija Kramer
Managing Director, Head of ISS-Corporate Business
November 7, 2024 - 9:30 AM - 11:30 ET
Decarbonization Pathways and Transition Strategies for Board Members
Peter Hall
Managing Director, Resonance Climate Impact Advisory
Simon Henzell-Thomas
Global Director of Climate & Nature, Ingka Group (IKEA)
November 28, 2024 - 9:30 AM - 11:30 ET
Nature-Based Solutions and Biodiversity Conservation in the Boardroom
Vicky Sins
Decarbonization & Energy Transformation Lead and Nature & Biodiversity Transformation Lead, World Benchmarking Alliance; Board Member, Everimpact
Mikkel Larsen
Chief Executive Officer, Climate Impact X
Alexandra Pimor
Director of Nature Governance, ELC
Board Simulation:
December 11, 2024 and December 12, 2024
*If you’re unable to attend one of the interactive sessions, we ensure continuity in your learning journey by providing the session recording. The recording will be accessible on our learning platform as a task for you to complete. This way, you won’t miss out on the valuable insights shared during the live event, enabling you to stay on track with the program requirements.
Program Facilitators
Agnes K Y Tai
PhD, CCB.D, SCR®, Responsible AI, ESG Investing, FRM, CAIA, MBA, FHKIoD; Director of Great Glory Investment Corporation and Senior Advisor of iPartners Holdings Ltd.
Helle Bank Jorgensen
CEO & Founder, Competent Boards
Program Details
4 live sessions with faculty speakers & case-based discussions with cohort peers
1 board simulation
6 Modules
Insights from
world-renowned experts
Global Networking Opportunities
Curated Toolbox
for each module
25 hours of study
Designation (CCB.D), Certification and Credly badge
Program Format
The Competent Boards Climate and Nature Designation (CCB.D) and Certification program is designed to fit the busy schedules of board members and executives while providing a comprehensive learning experience. The program format includes:
6 On-Demand Curriculum Modules: Gain valuable exclusive insights from sought-after business leaders and board members, explore real-world case studies, and utilize practical checklist questions designed to enhance governance effectiveness. These self-paced modules cover most up to date topics in climate and nature governance, allowing participants to learn at their convenience.
4 Bi-Weekly Live Sessions with Faculty: Learn from the best – ask questions, and discuss practical case studies with world-class faculty, including board members and executives, who bring real-world experience and insights. These sessions keep board members and executives highly engaged – participants can apply their knowledge in real-time, ensuring practical, actionable outcomes.
Board Simulation: A hands-on simulation exercise that replicates real-world boardroom scenarios.
On-demand Curriculum
Module 1: Navigating Climate and Nature Risks and Opportunities in the Boardroom
Stay informed about global developments in environmental stewardship and natural capital integration. Evaluate the physical and transitional risks, litigation impacts, and insurance industry implications. Identify strategic opportunities in the ‘Just Transition’ to a low-carbon economy.
Module 2: Staying on Top of Disclosure Requirements and Reporting and Regulatory Trends
Stay ahead of evolving disclosure and regulatory trends. Gain insights into emission scopes, navigate global frameworks and guidelines, and prepare for mandatory disclosures and carbon pricing initiatives. Ensure you are ready to meet increasing demands for transparency and accountability.
Module 3: Responding to Climate and Nature-related Stakeholder Expectations
Respond effectively to shifting stakeholder expectations on climate and nature action. Build trust, avoid greenwashing, and communicate clearly on sustainability goals. Engage with investors on managing scope 3 emissions and understand the influence of informed generations on talent acquisition and consumer behavior.
Module 4: Enhancing Board Governance for Climate and Nature Initiatives
Strengthen your board’s governance for climate and nature initiatives, ensuring a robust transition to net zero and a nature-positive future. Define clear roles for committees, engage in scenario planning for resilience, integrate strategic ERM, and ensure comprehensive oversight of climate and nature-related financial reporting. Align executive incentives with positive environmental actions and natural capital preservation.
Module 5: Boardroom Strategies for Climate and Nature Goals
Align business strategies with net zero and nature-positive commitments, driving long-term value through decarbonization, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable land use goals.. Integrate and monitor key metrics within governance structures, navigate business dilemmas, finance climate adaptation and resilience, and leverage AI for effective climate and nature action.
Module 6: Looking at the Future: Proactive Leadership
Lead proactively to ensure a sustainable future. Develop strategies for sustainable water use, ocean health, and circular economy practices. Focus on SDGs 13 (Climate Action), 14 (Life Below Water), and 15 (Life on Land) to align corporate actions with global goals. Foster a culture of continuous learning and adaptability within the board, and stay informed about national and international developments in environmental stewardship and natural capital integration.