Contents
Introduction and basics of climate management
- Introduction to climate management.
- Fundamentals and importance of climate protection.
Scientific foundations
- The greenhouse effect.
- Relationship between industry and climate change.
- Planetary boundaries.
Relevance of climate protection
- Why active climate protection makes sense.
- Climate judgments and their significance.
Steps towards climate neutrality
- Definition and importance: What is carbon accounting? Why is it important?
- Steps towards achieving climate neutrality.
National and international standards
- Kyoto Protocol.
- Paris Agreement.
- National climate protection targets.
Legal framework
- Legal requirements and reporting obligations.
- EU Emissions Trading Directive.
Relevant standards for CO2 accounting
- GHG Protocol (Greenhouse Gas Protocol).
- ISO 14064 (International Standard for Greenhouse Gas Inventories).
- DIN EN 16258 (calculation method for the transportation sector).
Communication and interfaces
- Communication of the CO2 balance.
- Interfaces to ISO 14001/50001.
Learning environment
Once you have registered, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services relating to this training course in your online learning environment.
Your benefit
- You will learn why effective climate management is important for your company and how it contributes to sustainable development.
- You will be given an overview of the scientific basis of climate protection, including the greenhouse effect and planetary boundaries.
- You will learn about the relevant national and international regulations, such as the Kyoto Protocol and the Paris Agreement, and their significance for your company.
- They recognize the need for active climate protection and the steps required to achieve climate neutrality.
- You will understand the definition and importance of carbon accounting and why it is crucial for your company.
- You will gain insights into legal requirements and reporting obligations, including the EU Emissions Trading Directive and relevant standards such as the GHG Protocol and ISO 14064.
- You will learn how to effectively communicate the carbon footprint and how to use the interfaces to existing management systems (e.g. ISO 14001/50001).
- You will benefit from practical tips and best practices to reduce your greenhouse gas emissions and make a positive contribution to climate protection.
- You will discover how you can involve your employees in climate protection and develop ideas together to achieve climate neutrality.
Methods
Expert input, exercises, discussion, best-practice examples and tools.
Recommended for
Specialists and managers as well as those responsible for environmental, energy or sustainability management. This training is also aimed at all employees who are involved in drawing up a greenhouse gas balance in the company or are preparing to do so.
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Start dates and details
Wednesday, 23.07.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, 24.07.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Monday, 01.09.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, 02.09.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday, 22.10.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, 23.10.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Tuesday, 09.12.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday, 10.12.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Monday, 26.01.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday, 27.01.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Wednesday, 18.03.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, 19.03.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.