CERT Tool
This tool is a comprehensive resource that helps companies evaluate their environmental risks and compliance, guiding them towards responsible, sustainable practices that align with international standards.
Master the essential skills for a low-carbon future. This professional certification course provides in-depth knowledge on carbon accounting and GHG management, empowering your business to effectively measure and reduce emissions.
The course addresses the foundational questions on why we need to reduce emissions, what the accurate accounting of emissions will help achieve, and how appropriate target setting, and sharing on various approaches and solutions can equip and empower us to reduce emissions. As one of the Enterprise Sustainability Programme (ESP) Decarbonisation Courses, it is relevant for both beginner and experienced staff members looking to hone their knowledge of carbon accounting and greenhouse gas (GHG) management.
Participants will utilize the Carbon and Emissions Recording Tool (CERT) developed in-house by UNGCNS during the group project.
During the project, they will:
Participants will be provided with support from UNGCNS in using the CERT.
After the course, participants can plug into our global community and
local alumni network to connect and share knowledge with like-minded peers.
To help participants develop an understanding of the importance of climate change, the key relevant developments, and to equip them with basic knowledge and skills to start measuring and recording their business carbon footprint.
2 Days
The 2 course days are approximately 1-2 weeks apart to allow time for the completion of a project assignment.
Full fee (for non-subsidised participant): S$1,600
Subsidised fee*: S$480
*Subsidised course fee per participant is only applicable to nominees from local companies1 and trade associations (TACs)2. See below for more info.
1Registered and operating in Singapore.
2TACs will need to fulfil the following criteria:
a) registered with Registry of Societies (ROS) or Accounting & Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA); and
b) defined as a non-profit organisation.
The classroom learning will be facilitated by experienced industry professionals. This will be complemented by guided use of tools to accelerate practical application and peer learning opportunities.
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Upon completion, participants will be awarded a certificate of completion by UN Global Compact Network Singapore.
To help participants develop an understanding of the importance of climate change, the key relevant developments, and to equip them with basic knowledge and skills to start measuring and recording their business’ carbon footprint.
Greenhouse Gases and an Introduction to Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions accounting
Regulations and Trends in Decarbonisation and Carbon Pricing
The Business case for Decarbonisation
Measuring Emissions with our Carbon Emissions and Recording Tool (CERT)
Project Case study using CERT
To help participants understand the basic methodologies for reducing carbon footprint and discover concrete ideas for projects & opportunities to reduce carbon footprint in their respective industry/sector.
Journey to Net Zero: Setting decarbonisation targets and goals
General principles of Reducing Carbon Footprint
The Business case for Decarbonisation
Project portfolio prioritization using the Marginal Abatement Cost Curve (MACC) tool
Offsets and Voluntary Carbon Market
Sector Experts Best Practices
Peer Learning Activity
ESP, a project of Enterprise Singapore, is part of the Singapore Green Plan launched to help enterprises, especially SMEs, embrace and develop capabilities in sustainability, and ride the green wave. GCNS is a training partner of Enterprise Singapore to build capacity.
International Enterprise Singapore and SPRING came together on 1 April 2018 as a single agency to form Enterprise Singapore.
Enterprise Singapore is the government agency championing enterprise development. They work with committed companies to build capabilities, innovate and internationalise. They also support the growth of Singapore as a hub for global trading and startups. As the national standards and accreditation body, we continue to build trust in Singapore’s products and services through quality and standards.
Entreprise Singapore sees a vibrant economy with Singapore companies being globally competitive.
Grow stronger Singapore enterprises by building capabilities and accessing global opportunities, thereby creating good jobs for Singaporeans.
Refocused priorities and sharpened strategies for enterprise development towards enabling companies to stay ahead of the curve and navigate the evolving business environment.
Changemakers in companies such as directors, senior and middle management executives from
This is a prescribed course that directors may attend to fulfill the new SGX requirements with regard to director’s training on sustainability. More information can be found here.
Course fee of S$486 (GST inclusive) payable per eligible participant is only applicable for up to 3 participants per business entity registered and operating in Singapore.
Participants must be nominated by their company as the company’s representatives for participation in this series of Sustainability Courses*.
Each individual will only be supported to participate in these sustainability courses once.
Company is liable to make full payment for the course fees if company or participants are found to be ineligible or fail to complete the course.
For any enquiries, please contact us at training@unglobalcompact.sg
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For further queries, please reach out to carboncourse@unglobalcompact.sg.
| FORMAT | 1ST DAY | 2ND DAY | REGISTRATIONS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Run 23 | 20 Aug ’25 | 28 Aug ’25 | Registrations open |
| Run 24 | 02 Oct ’25 | 14 Oct ’25 | Registrations open |
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Director, Carbon Management, UNGCNS
Terence Tan is the Director (Carbon Management), of UN Global Compact Network Singapore. In this role, he oversees operational and strategic decarbonisation activities for CPLC (Carbon Pricing Leadership Coalition) Singapore, which is the decarbonisation arm of UNGCNS.
Assistant Manager
Mr. Lin Qingyao is the Assistant Manager (Upskilling & Recognition) at Carbon Pricing Leadership Coalition Singapore, the decarbonisation arm of UN Global Compact Network Singapore (UNGCNS). He facilitates capability building initiatives to support companies in their carbon management journey, including training workshops, tools development and network events.
The Enterprise Sustainability Programme (ESP) supports Singapore companies, especially our SMEs, to build capabilities and capture new opportunities. The ESP – Sustainability Courses aim to help local enterprises and TACs build awareness and knowledge of sustainability in various key themes and areas. There are currently three types of ESP-Sustainability Courses: Foundational, Decarbonisation, and Sustainable Finance. Please refer to the ESP website here for more information.
International Enterprise Singapore and SPRING came together on 1 April 2018 as a single agency to form Enterprise Singapore.
Enterprise Singapore is the government agency championing enterprise development. They work with committed companies to build capabilities, innovate and internationalise. They also support the growth of Singapore as a hub for global trading and startups. As the national standards and accreditation body, we continue to build trust in Singapore’s products and services through quality and standards.
Entreprise Singapore sees a vibrant economy with Singapore companies being globally competitive.
Grow stronger Singapore enterprises by building capabilities and accessing global opportunities, thereby creating good jobs for Singaporeans.
Participants who would benefit most from the course would be decision makers and change agents in companies such as SMEs, companies new to sustainability and carbon management, and key industries* impacted by climate change and government regulations:
*Note: In line with our guiding values to leave no one behind, GCNS courses will be sector agnostic. However, recognizing that becoming sustainable may be more urgent for some industries and companies, and depending on the profile of registrants, the curriculum may emphasize certain frameworks/concepts and/or offer relevant peer learning points through case studies in certain industries.
Course fee of S$624 payable per eligible participant comprises of $480-course fee (if eligible for 70% Enterprise SG subsidy) + $144 for GST on the full course fee.
The subsidy is only applicable for up to 3 participants per business entity registered and operating in Singapore.
Participants must be nominated by their company as the company’s representatives for participation in this series of Sustainability Courses*.
Each individual will only be supported to participate in this ESP Decarbonisation Course once.
Company is liable to make full payment for the course fees if company or participants are found to be ineligible or fail to complete the course.
For any inquiries, please contact us atcarboncourse@unglobalcompact.sg.
This tool is a comprehensive resource that helps companies evaluate their environmental risks and compliance, guiding them towards responsible, sustainable practices that align with international standards.
This programme provides participants with essential skills to measure, report, and manage greenhouse gas emissions, supporting organizations in achieving their carbon reduction and sustainability goals.
CPLC Singapore is a dedicated initiative that fosters collaboration among businesses to implement effective carbon pricing strategies, helping drive climate action and transition towards a low-carbon economy
