Board Training & Support Services

Professional training for board directors on climate risk oversight, ESG governance, and sustainability reporting requirements. Expert support to enhance board capability and confidence in ESG decision-making.

Training Modules

Climate Risk Fundamentals

2 hours
Physical vs transition risks overview
Climate science and business impact
Regulatory landscape and trends
Board oversight responsibilities

ESG Governance Frameworks

2 hours
Board committee structures
Executive accountability mechanisms
ESG integration in strategy
Stakeholder engagement principles

Sustainability Reporting Requirements

3 hours
TCFD implementation and oversight
UK SRS preparation and planning
SECR compliance responsibilities
Assurance and verification processes

Strategic Decision Making

2 hours
Scenario analysis application
Investment decision integration
Risk appetite setting
Performance monitoring systems

Training Formats

Board Workshop

Half Day (4 hours)
Full board of directors

Comprehensive training covering all key areas with interactive workshops and case studies.

Complete team alignment
Interactive discussion
Tailored content
Action planning

Executive Briefing

2 hours
Board chair and key directors

Focused briefing on immediate priorities and regulatory requirements.

Time efficient
Priority focus
Decision-ready insights
Quick implementation

Committee Deep Dive

3 hours
Audit or risk committee

Detailed training for committee members responsible for ESG oversight.

Technical depth
Committee-specific
Practical application
Governance integration

Ongoing Advisory

Quarterly
Board and executives

Regular updates and advisory support on evolving regulations and best practices.

Continuous learning
Regulatory updates
Best practice sharing
Strategic support

Common Board Challenges

Limited Climate Expertise

Board members often lack technical knowledge of climate risks and opportunities.

Our Approach:

Structured training programme building from fundamentals to strategic application.

Regulatory Complexity

Evolving ESG regulations create confusion about board responsibilities.

Our Approach:

Clear guidance on specific regulatory requirements and director duties.

Strategic Integration

Difficulty connecting ESG considerations to business strategy and decisions.

Our Approach:

Practical frameworks for integrating ESG into governance and strategy processes.

Time Constraints

Busy board schedules limit time available for ESG education.

Our Approach:

Flexible training formats designed for busy professionals with time-efficient delivery.

Implementation Gaps

Good intentions not translated into effective governance practices.

Our Approach:

Practical tools, templates, and ongoing support for implementation.

Training Outcomes

Enhanced Oversight Capability

Directors equipped to provide effective oversight of climate risks and opportunities.

Regulatory Compliance Confidence

Clear understanding of regulatory requirements and board responsibilities.

Strategic ESG Integration

Practical skills to integrate ESG considerations into strategic decision-making.

Improved Stakeholder Confidence

Demonstrated commitment to good ESG governance builds stakeholder trust.

Future-Ready Governance

Preparation for evolving ESG landscape and emerging requirements.

Practical Implementation Tools

Templates, frameworks, and tools for immediate implementation.

Sample Discussion Topics

Climate Risk Scenarios

  • • Physical risk assessment methodologies
  • • Transition risk scenario planning
  • • Business model resilience testing
  • • Investment decision integration

Governance Excellence

  • • Board committee effectiveness
  • • Executive remuneration alignment
  • • Stakeholder engagement oversight
  • • Performance monitoring systems

Regulatory Readiness

  • • TCFD compliance requirements
  • • UK SRS implementation planning
  • • SECR oversight responsibilities
  • • Assurance and verification

Strategic Integration

  • • Net zero strategy development
  • • Capital allocation decisions
  • • Supply chain risk management
  • • Innovation and opportunity identification

Investment

£2,500 - £12,000

Professional board training programme

Executive Briefing
£2,500
2-hour focused session
Board Workshop
£6,500
Half-day comprehensive training
Annual Programme
£12,000
Quarterly sessions with ongoing support

All sessions include supporting materials and follow-up resources

Enhance Your Board's ESG Capability

Contact us to discuss a tailored board training programme for your organization.