Overview

This is module 9a of the Sustainability Excellence for Talent Certification Programme (SET), which aims to provide learners with comprehensive knowledge on topics such as sustainability reporting frameworks, ESG ratings, climate risks, and net zero.

Participants will learn the process of setting science-based targets (SBT) for financial institutions, including sector-specific guidance and common pitfalls in the SBTi validation process. The module provides practical knowledge to set and validate ambitious, science-based targets that align with sustainability goals, ensuring financial institutions can effectively contribute to global climate targets.

Check out the other modules in the Programme:
Introduction to IFRS S1 and S2
Introduction to HKEX Listing Rule – ESG Code
Climate Risk Management in Practice
ESG Data and Rating in Practice
Introduction to GHG Emissions
Introduction to GRI
Scenario Analysis in Practice
Scope 3 Emissions in Practice (Financial Services) or Scope 3 Emissions in Practice (Corporates)
Science-based Target Setting in Practice (Corporates)

Objective

On completion of this eCourse, you will be able to:
- Recognise the process of setting Science-based targets (SBT)
- Apply key considerations when setting SBT, specifically for financial institutions
- Identify common pitfalls for companies during the SBT validation process

Content

- Overview of science-based target setting
- Key considerations when setting science-based targets for financial institutions (e.g. financial sector guidance)
- Common pitfalls during SBTi validation process

Who should attend

This course is primarily targeted at corporate sustainability officers, compliance officers, risk managers, senior management of financial institutions, and those who are interested in this topic.