Green Growth, Green Economy & Just Transition
ECAS Institute | Nairobi, Kenya
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Course Background
The transition to a sustainable, low-carbon economy is critical for addressing climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource depletion. This course explores green growth strategies, green economy principles, and just transition policies, ensuring environmental sustainability, social equity, and economic resilience. Participants gain practical skills to integrate green growth into national policies, sectoral strategies, and business models.
Course Objectives
Understand the concepts of green growth, green economy, and just transition.Analyze links between environmental sustainability, economic development, and social inclusion.Explore policy frameworks supporting green growth and the green economy.Assess strategies for a just transition protecting workers and communities.Learn about financing mechanisms and green investment opportunities.Examine case studies of successful green economy transitions.Training Modules
Introduction to Green Growth and Green Economy: Principles, sustainability in economic development, green economy models, key sectors, international initiatives.Policy Frameworks for Green Growth: National and international policies, regulations, incentives, climate policy integration, public-private partnerships.Financing the Green Economy: Investment mechanisms, climate finance, green bonds, international finance institutions, private sector engagement.The Just Transition: Principles and strategies for social equity, worker protection, training and re-skilling, inclusive policies.Green Jobs and Workforce Development: Skills for the green economy, labor market impact, education and training programs, case studies.Circular Economy and Sustainable Resource Management: Waste reduction, recycling, resource efficiency, sustainable production, circular business models, case studies.Green Innovation and Technology: Renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainable transport, digital solutions, innovations in agriculture and food systems.Case Studies and Practical Applications: Analysis of successful policies, just transition experiences, private sector engagement, policy recommendations, action plans.Target Participants
This course is designed for:
Government officials, policymakers, and economic planners.Private sector professionals, sustainability managers, and corporate leaders.Labor unions, social justice organizations, and civil society leaders.Academics and researchers focused on sustainable development and climate policy.Enrollment & Notes
Training manuals and additional resources are provided. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion. Tailor-made courses for organizations are available.
Payment should be sent to our bank account before the start of training and proof of payment sent to info@ecasiafrica.org.
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