IEMA Pathways to Net Zero

The IEMA Pathways to Net Zero is a 2-day course, perfect for those who are taking their first step into the world of sustainability

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Course Facts

Duration: 2 Day/s
Assessment: An online 20 question multiple-choice test
Entry Requirements: Practicing roles preferable but not essential
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Ways to Learn

Course Overview

The IEMA Pathways to Net Zero is a 2-day course that gives clear, consistent guidance on the best way to respond to the climate crisis.

The course aims to provide supervisors and leaders with a strategic and operational overview of environmental sustainability as it affects their industry and work area.

*Rated 4.8 out of 5 by learners on Coursecheck, TSW Training has been a trusted and established training provider of choice for 56 years.

What is the IEMA Pathways to Net Zero course?

The IEMA Pathways to Net Zero course is the perfect first step for those who are curious about sustainability in the workplace.

It can help companies across every sector to reduce carbon emissions and improve their sustainability practices by building it in to their overall strategy and vision for the business.

You’ll learn practical solutions you can implement to make your organisation greener and understand how to formulate a plan to take you to net zero.

What Could IEMA Training Do For Your Business?

Ian Price, HSE Officer at Invacare, has felt the benefits of an IEMA course.

Helping him to lead the way with sustainable practices throughout his organisation, the course has also enabled Ian to raise awareness of the importance of green skills.

Watch what he has to say:

Who is this Course For?

Supervisors and managers in any sector can take the IEMA Pathways to Net Zero course

There aren’t any formal entry requirements, but ideally, candidates will be working in a practising role so they can easily put what they’ve learned into action.

Make an enquiry and one of our dedicated Learning Advisors will contact you to listen to your needs and help you find the right solutions.

What Does This Course Cover?

There are a number of units within the two-day course, and our Training Advisors are there to guide you through each one. They are:

  1. Why net zero?
  2. Responding to net zero
  3. Greenhouse gas accounting – a primer
  4. Carbon neutrality
  5. Net zero methodologies
  6. Developing a decarbonisation plan
  7. Net zero across the value chain
  8. Communicating net zero

What You’ll Be Able To Do After This Course

When you’ve completed the two-day course, you’ll be able to:

  • Explain the urgency of the underlying climate science driving the net zero agenda
  • Explain the main international policy context for responding to the climate crisis
  • Explain the UK policy context and drivers
  • Explain the risks and opportunities of net zero, including on future business viability, reputation, supply chain vulnerabilities etc
  • Explain the business and environmental benefits of low-carbon goods and services
  • Explain the requisite corporate governance, resourcing and accountability for delivering net zero
  • Explain how to establish a greenhouse gas inventory across all three scopes
  • Explain the main principles of greenhouse gas accounting (including using activity data and emission factors)
  • Explain what carbon neutral means and its application for organisations, products and services
  • Explain how to establish science-based targets (methodologies)
  • Explain how to establish a net zero strategy (near- and long-term targets)
  • Implement a decarbonisation plan with suitable targets and milestones to deliver on a science-based target and/or net zero objective
  • Explain how to reduce greenhouse emissions where these are influenced but not directly controlled (Scope 3)
  • Explain how to communicate externally about responses to the climate crisis, net zero and making robust green claims

How is this Course Assessed?

You’ll be assessed with an online 20-question test, which is multiple choice.

The test is completed through the IEMA assessment portal, and you’ll be sent an access link to this when you register for the assessment.

“We know assessments can be challenging, but our expert training team will be on hand to support you with any concerns and make sure you are ready to sit the assessment.

Don’t worry – we’ll make sure you have everything you need!” – Stuart Davies, Managing Director at TSW Training

What are the Next Steps After This Net Zero Course?

After taking this course, you might want to look into the IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management. It’s a natural progression for those who want to build on their environmental sustainability knowledge.

Why Choose TSW Training For Your IEMA Course?

  • TSW Training is one of only 80 approved IEMA training providers in the world
  • Our IEMA Trainers are all experts in their field, all selected for their real-world experience
  • Full 24/7 support throughout your study
  • Virtual, classroom and online/E-learning options to suit
  • Available In-house, delivered for your organisation whenever and wherever you need it
  • Independently reviewed 4.8/5 on Coursecheck

Read our latest course reviews

Some quite heavy material but was communicated in a really engaging way. Information was very useful to my overall understanding and I will certainly be able to apply it to my role. James was a great facilitator and clearly knew what he was talking about.
Ben G March 28, 2024
Both knowledgeable, pleasant and engaged the room with interesting conversations and ideas. Fantastic.
Matthew H March 12, 2024
it was a very intense course with alot to take in if you are a complete newcomer to the subject like i was, but the presenters were patient and helpful throughout.
Kevin D March 11, 2024
The course was engaging, interesting and having a range of organisations in the group made it extremely beneficial. I was able to understand and learn from different perspectives. James, was an excellent facilitator and course tutor which kept the meeting and interest flowing. I really enjoyed this course and came away with lots of helpful information and new ideas which I will definitely utilise. Thank you for providing this training,
Kim D January 27, 2024
Great course, great delivery and very knowledgeable trainer, highly recommend
Ian Y November 16, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

The IEMA Pathways to Net Zero costs £450 – this includes your course materials, your end of course test and your certificate.  

Yes, you’ll be given a certificate provided by IEMA.  

Yes, you’ll be given a structured Learner Workbook as well as the full support of our Training Advisor.  

Yes – your assessment, learning materials, and the two-day course itself are all included in the fees.  

Public Course Booking Options

This course is available on our open programme, with a calendar of virtual and classroom events. You can book a place for yourself, for an employee or for a group of staff.

Virtual Classroom
£450 +VAT
Classroom
£450 +VAT

In-House Delivery Exclusively For Your Organisation

This course can be delivered exclusively for your organisation, in any location or virtually through Microsoft Teams or Zoom. Read more on our in-house training services.

Virtual Classroom
Price On Enquiry
Classroom
Price On Enquiry

See Our IEMA Pathways to Net Zero Events

30 May 2024
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Day 1:
30th May 2024
09:00 am
16:30 pm
Day 2:
31st May 2024
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10 Jul 2024
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Day 1:
10th Jul 2024
09:00 am
16:30 pm
Day 2:
11th Jul 2024
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16:30 pm
16 Sep 2024
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IEMA Pathways to Net Zero
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Day 1:
16th Sep 2024
09:00 am
16:30 pm
Day 2:
17th Sep 2024
09:00 am
16:30 pm
04 Nov 2024
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IEMA Pathways to Net Zero
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Day 1:
4th Nov 2024
09:00 am
16:30 pm
Day 2:
5th Nov 2024
09:00 am
16:30 pm

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