We have scoured the web to find you the best (and free) online ESG and impact training courses available.

General

Sustainability jargon buster

Sustainable finance regulation database

ESG

**Introduction to ESG** - Corporate Finance Institute (FREE): A basic overview of the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework for beginners

**Compliance Training Courses -** Vinci Works (for larger teams that require ongoing compliance and training around data privacy etc)

Impact

Impact measurement and management for the UN SDGs course (free online course) - improve decision-making for impact on the SDGs. Built around the UNDP SDG Impact Standards, it explores changes enterprises and investors can make in the strategy, management approach, transparency, and governance. For a small fee, a certificate is provided.

Short masterclasses on key sustainability topics for founders

  1. The fundamentals of sustainability for early-stage companies (recording from virtual presentation with founders in October 2023, Q&A has been trimmed)

https://www.loom.com/share/b01add1de9214c27a25270610eeac608?sid=ac19cdf3-6c8f-4cd7-aaa9-8e3853ff116a

  1. How to build a strong company culture from the get-go.

https://www.loom.com/share/5431cafa9a524b1d85ae65e4c196786a?sid=ba57b8c0-20d8-4189-9943-1fbaf8f995d7

  1. A VC Panel featuring industry leaders from Airtree, Openspace, Pitango, and Northzone around the world to discuss their approach and what the future holds for sustainability (recording from Antler’s internal sustainability training program)

https://www.loom.com/share/7143aa04cce4467094460c9c2103ee2c?sid=ef662353-3fd3-4a92-92bb-a5d477101440

  1. An ESG masterclass with Steve Vargas, Global Head Nasdaq ESG Advisory

This video explores the critical importance of integrating ESG criteria into business strategies, particularly for companies eyeing an Initial Public Offering (IPO), focusing on the advantages of early adoption to attract investors, manage risks better, and achieve a competitive edge, complemented by practical steps towards ESG readiness.

https://www.loom.com/share/c6caa3d6c9b6440d95a4196299d30fd7?sid=69c5a2c6-bfdc-404b-9c97-d9c7ccc8a86c

  1. An interview with Sarah Hempel, Head of Sustainability at Axcel, a leading PE firm in Europe