IFC-IIBF online certification on

CLIMATE RISK AND

SUSTAINABLE FINANCE

E-learning and certification program on

‘Climate Risk and Sustainable Finance’ -
Foundation Course

About the course:

Climate finance is crucial for facilitating the shift to a low-carbon and climate-resilient
economy. This course has been designed to equip individuals with the fundamental
knowledge of climate finance and its importance in the financial services industry.
Financial institutions can aid in the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and in climate
change mitigation by supporting investments in sustainable infrastructure, energy
efficiency, renewable energy, and other climate-friendly technologies and practices. In
this course, you will learn how to incorporate climate considerations, including
opportunities and risks, into strategies and decision-making processes of financial
institutions, to promote sustainable growth.

Developed by leading institutions in climate finance for

banking and finance professionals in India
Course Outline
Module 1 Module 2
"Introduction to Climate Finance" "Transition towards Greening Finance - A Primer"

Climate Finance Opportunity for Financial

Introduction to Climate Change Institutions (Global)
Sustainable Development Climate Finance Opportunity for Financial
Sustainability and Finance Institutions (India)
Understanding Global Taxonomy
International Governance for Climate
Introduction to Principles of Sustainable
Change Finance
Climate Change – The Indian Context Sustainable Finance: Understanding
Thematic Bonds
Development Finance Institutions and
Blended Finance

On completion of this foundation course, you will be able to:

Understand the basic concepts of climate change, climate finance, and sustainable
development

Explain the role of finance in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and the
goals of the Paris Agreement on climate change.

Identify the type of ecosystems, international agreements, and policies related to

climate finance

Relate global finance trends and investment opportunities to the Indian context

Understand the risks associated with climate change and their impact on financial
systems

Advanced course Successful completion of foundation course will

coming soon >> be necessary for enrolling for advanced course
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