This course provides senior executives with a fundamental understanding of climate change, the energy transition, and the pursuit of net zero emissions. It covers the historical context of climate action, key concepts like embedded carbon and carbon budgets, and the technical challenges involved in shifting away from fossil fuels. Participants will explore systemic change barriers, policy and regulatory factors, and learn a strategic path for credible net zero commitments by 2050. Through five overview lectures, the course breaks down complex issues and prepares companies to navigate and respond credibly in this evolving landscape. The content emphasizes practical insight into managing emissions and adapting to climate impacts in business.

Who Should Take This Course
• Corporate leaders managing climate strategy
• Senior executives in energy and business sectors
• Decision-makers addressing regulatory challenges
• Professionals interested in sustainability fundamentals

What You Will Learn
• Principles of the energy transition
• Concepts of net zero and carbon budgets
• Strategies to address systemic change barriers
• Climate change historical and scientific context
Why This Course Works
• Navigate complexities of reducing emissions
• Prepare for regulatory and societal pressures
• Understand evolving climate science and policy
• Develop credible corporate net zero commitments