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ESG Academy in University of Mining and Geology “St. Ivan Rilski”, Module Environmental pillar of sustainability. Green and circular economy

University of Mining and Geology “St. Ivan Rilski” (Bulgaria)

The ESG Academy at the University of Mining and Geology “St. Ivan Rilski” is the first specialised national programme for training specialists from the mineral and raw materials industry in sustainable management. It is implemented in partnership with the Association of Sustainability Specialists.

The goal of the Academy is to prepare industry specialists working in the field of sustainable development for the changes and development of various requirements in the field of sustainable reporting. The tools and practical exercises offer an interactive way of learning and applying the presented material.

The participants in the training will be prepared to apply their knowledge and contribute to the rapidly changing business environment, which requires professionalism, capacity development, and adaptation.

The modules are taught by a team of highly qualified experts who combine expertise and international experience gained in the academic sector, public institutions, private local and international companies, and international and non-governmental organisations.

After successfully completing the full training course (6 modules), participants receive an official certificate.

Module Environmental pillar of sustainability. Green and circular economy

Content:

  • The EU treaties, institutions and legislation, Subsidiarity and solidarity, EU agencies and organizations
  • European Green Deal. Technical Aspects of EU Taxonomy
  • Introduction to applying the EU Taxonomy
  • Six environmental objectives pursued in EU Taxonomy
  • Minimum social safeguards
  • Substantial contribution to climate mitigation and adaptation objectives against EU
  • Do no significant harm to climate against EU Taxonomy TSC
  • Role of the Taxonomy in the EU Sustainable Finance Context
  • Capital Requirements Regulation (CRR). Fiduciary duties