Acronyms Used in ESG Area - Introduction

VECTRA International

Course overview

The world of ESG is full of terms and abbreviations that can be confusing. This course simplifies them for you. Learn what ESG stands for, why it’s critical for modern organizations, and explore key acronyms used across environmental, social, and governance areas. Perfect for professionals, investors, or anyone looking to make sense of sustainability language and frameworks.

What to expect

  • Course Type - Online e-learning course
  • Duration - 10-15 minutes

Skills covered

Ethical behavior Leadership Compliance
Course outline

Explore the Basics of ESG

  • Understand what ESG stands for
  • Learn why ESG is vital for modern organizations

Discover the Three Pillars of ESG

  • Environmental: Carbon footprint, resource efficiency, waste management
  • Social: Labor standards, diversity, inclusion, and human rights
  • Governance: Ethical leadership, transparency, and data protection

Understand the Benefits of ESG

  • How ESG drives value for companies, investors, and society

Decode Common ESG Acronyms

  • Environmental: SBTi, TCFD, RECs, IPCC, COP, EU ETS, CDP, GHG
  • Social: ILO, SDGs, UNGPs, CSDDD, EUDR, OHS
  • Governance: CSR, CSRD, ESRS, GRI, SASB, ISSB
  • General ESG Terms: KPIs, EU Taxonomy, SFDR, PRI
Course outcome

After completing this course, you will:

  • Understand what ESG means and why it’s important.
  • Know the major ESG-related acronyms and their significance.
  • Gain clarity on how ESG practices benefit companies, investors, and society.
  • Be able to interpret ESG terminology used in reports and compliance frameworks.

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