Starting and Managing Corporate Sustainability and ESG Strategy

Meeting the Growing Demands for Corporate Sustainability

In today's evolving business landscape, organizations are expected to prioritize sustainability alongside profitability. Stakeholders—including customers, investors, and regulators—demand actionable commitments to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. To meet these expectations, businesses must navigate complex regulatory frameworks, global agreements, and the pathway to a zero-carbon economy. This 1-day Corporate Sustainability & ESG Strategy Course empowers participants with the knowledge and tools to address these challenges effectively, making it a critical resource for organizations aiming to bridge the sustainability gap and drive meaningful impact.

Practical Strategies for Effective ESG Implementation

This hands-on course offers step-by-step guidance for developing and managing a robust sustainability and ESG strategy tailored to various industries. Participants will explore contemporary challenges, learn to align sustainability initiatives with organizational goals, and discover how effective leadership drives long-term success. By the end of the course, attendees will understand how to unlock the tangible benefits of sustainability, such as enhanced brand reputation and operational efficiency. Whether you’re a senior leader in government, the corporate sector, or a non-profit organization, this course provides actionable insights to elevate your sustainability journey and implement impactful ESG practices.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Understand Present-Day Sustainability Challenges and Opportunities: Analyze current global sustainability threats, opportunities, and concerns, and their impact on the economy, society, and the environment.
• Build a Convincing Business Case for Sustainability: Gain the confidence to present a compelling sustainability case by understanding the implications of global challenges and aligning them with organizational goals.
• Develop an Actionable Sustainability Strategy: Create a 3-step action plan to design and implement a comprehensive sustainability strategy, integrating sustainability principles across the organization’s value chain for long-term value creation.
• Identify Key ESG Focus Areas: Understand the critical Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) priorities and how to address them effectively within your organization.
• Establish Effective Governance and Leadership: Learn to set up a governance framework for sustainability, monitor performance metrics, communicate with stakeholders, and foster the skills needed for creativity, leadership, and sustainable innovation.

• Business Leaders and Senior Executives: Ideal for decision-makers across diverse sectors such as business, consulting, ESG, energy, and governance, who aim to deepen their understanding of sustainability and leverage it to enhance organizational resilience and competitiveness.
• Professional Practitioners and Managers: Trainers, consultants, coaches, committee members, and managers involved in implementing and promoting workplace sustainability initiatives, seeking to enhance their knowledge and effectiveness in driving sustainable practices.
• Professionals Exploring Growth in Sustainability: Individuals expanding their skill sets within their current roles or exploring new career opportunities in the fast-evolving field of sustainability, eager to stay ahead of industry trends and practices.

"Mun Wei expresses his wealth and depth of experience in the area of sustainability very well and is very open in sharing insights. Articulate well and presented impactfully."

"Throughout the length of his presentations and engagements, he was able to draw upon extensive lived experiences that could be applied to conceptual theories including defining distinct challenges in defining social well-being"

"Possess broad, helicopter vision yet capable of drilling down to pertinent factors concerning the issue at hand. Detailed oriented."

Business Sustainability Expert: Chan Mun Wai, Founder & Principal Consultant, SustainableSG

Chan Mun Wai is a highly respected expert in corporate sustainability and ESG strategy, with a rich career spanning consulting, training, and implementation in sustainability, strategy, risk, and entrepreneurship. As the founder of SustainableSG, he has collaborated with corporate, government, and non-profit clients to drive impactful sustainability initiatives. His work includes crafting carbon management policies, developing circular economy business models, assessing climate risks, and aligning organizational goals with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Mun Wai also excels in inclusive hiring practices and benchmarking sustainability programs, empowering organizations to communicate their achievements effectively.

A graduate of Stanford University with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences and a Master of Arts in Education, Mun Wai further honed his expertise with an MBA from the National University of Singapore. His leadership as Divisional Director of Corporate Planning at Sentosa Development Corporation (2009–2018) underscores his ability to translate strategic sustainability visions into actionable outcomes. Key achievements include developing the Sentosa Sustainability Plan, enhancing energy efficiency across entities, conducting an island-wide biodiversity study, and exploring renewable energy feasibility. Mun Wai’s commitment to making sustainability accessible and impactful extends to community-focused projects like the Sentosa Gives initiative, reinforcing his role as a trailblazer in sustainable development.