Carbon MRV, Corporate Insetting and Offsetting
About This Course
This course is part of the Executive Certificate in Carbon Markets programme organised by the Nanyang Business School, Nanyang Technological University. This unique programme consists of 3 courses of 3 days each:
• Climate Action and Essentials of Carbon Markets
• Carbon Market and Trading
• Carbon MRV, Corporate Insetting & Offsetting
The Executive Certificate in Carbon Markets is designed for professionals eager to master sustainability, carbon management, and climate-related strategies. This comprehensive programme covers foundational knowledge, carbon trading, carbon MRV (Measurement, Reporting, and Verification), and project development. Over nine days, split into three focused parts, participants will explore climate action essentials, delve into carbon market mechanics, and gain practical insights into corporate insetting and offsetting. The programme equips professionals with the expertise to navigate and influence the evolving landscape of carbon markets and drive meaningful environmental impact.
What You'll Learn
Key Topics Include:
• Carbon MRV: Overview and Application
o Overview and Quality Management of Carbon MRV
o Emission Reduction Target Setting and Baselining
o Product greenhouse gas (GHG) Accounting
• Carbon MRV: Deep Dive & Practice
o Value Chain Mapping using GHG Protocol
o Verification & Certification: Frameworks and Regulations for MRV Practices
• Corporate Insetting & Offsetting
o Corporate Insetting: Imperatives and Strategies
o Working with External Insetting Partners
o Corporate Offsetting: An Overview of Project Types
o Sourcing Carbon Offsets
Course objectives / Learning outcomes
By the end of Part III, participants will:
• Acquire Comprehensive MRV Skills: Understand the principles of carbon MRV, including how to set emission reduction targets, baseline emissions, and account for product GHG emissions.
• Engage in Advanced MRV Practices: Dive deeper into MRV methodologies with practical exercises on value chain mapping and the GHG Protocol. Gain knowledge on the verification and certification processes, ensuring compliance with frameworks and regulations.
• Explore Corporate Insetting and Offsetting: Learn the strategic imperatives behind corporate insetting and understand the nuances of corporate offsetting.
Entry Requirements
While no pre-requisites are needed to enroll in the course/s, participants with relevant background and/or experience may have a better understanding of their course content.
The programme is ideal for:
• Individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in sustainability, carbon management, and climate-related risks and opportunities.
• Professionals seeking to advance their careers and gain expertise in carbon markets and carbon services, as well as how they can (and should) be used for carbon management strategies.
• Professionals transitioning into new roles that require knowledge of sustainability and carbon management practices, such as sustainability consultants, carbon project developers.