Association resources
Accounting and finance professionals have a role to play in sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting, implementation, and assurance. Following are some of our most engaging learning opportunities to help you start your journey, and there is much more to explore on our Climate & Sustainability/ESG web page. Bookmark this page and set your preferences on our website so you never miss our updates on sustainability and ESG.
Start your ESG journey here
Become part of the rapidly expanding community of CPAs and finance professionals who recognise the importance of ESG. Start your journey by registering for the Fundamentals of ESG Certificate programme to grasp the essentials of sustainability, understand critical reporting norms and secure a digital badge to exhibit your newfound expertise.
Sustainability and Business Toolkit
This toolkit for members summarises AICPA & CIMA resources that guide organisations in navigating the sustainability landscape using the TCFD’s four thematic areas: governance, strategy, risk management, and metrics and targets. It equips finance professionals to lead effectively in addressing sustainability issues and in the integration of these aspects into their organisations’ long-term decision making.
Accounting for Carbon
This report provides information to develop your understanding of the lexicon of carbon accounting and greenhouse gas emissions, along with steps for creating a net-zero transition plan for your organisation.
Accounting for Climate Resilience
Taking the next steps in the climate journey includes developing a climate adaptation plan that sits alongside the net-zero transition plan to develop a more climate-resilient enterprise.
ESG and Sustainable Financial Strategy Course
Master the process of integrating sustainability into decision making, understanding green financing, and undertaking materiality assessments, using an ESG lens. Grasp complex frameworks, metrics, governance structures and the role of regulation. There are application insights using case studies, interviews, portfolio development and more. This course is a partnership with Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford.