Training Course

Financial Institution Environmental and Social Performance Requirements: Meeting International Finance Corporation (IFC) Performance Standards and Other Requirements

Participants will gain an understanding of the main components of ‘Social Performance’ in the extractives industries through lectures, case studies, and interactive exercises to demonstrate lessons learned, best practice, and strategic approaches.

DAY 1
  • Overview of IFC Sustainability Framework and Equator Principles (III): Purpose, Business Implications, Elements
  • Detailed Review of the IFC Performance Standards
  • World Bank EHS Guidelines
  • Special Topics
    • Stakeholder Engagement and Grievance Management
    • Security and Human Rights
    • Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services
    • Cultural Resources
    • Climate Change
  • Facilitated Exercise: IFC Performance Standard Compliance Evaluation
  • Trends in Lending Requirements and GIIP
DAY 2 (Optional)
  • Elements IFC Environmental and Social Management System Requirements
    • Policy
    • Risk and Impact Identification
    • Management Programs
    • Organizational Capacity and Competency
    • Emergency Preparedness and Response
    • Stakeholder Engagement
    • External Communications and Grievance Mechanisms
    • Ongoing Reporting to Affected Communities
    • Monitoring and Review
  • Exercise: Benchmarking Company Management Systems and Action Plans

To inquire about our solution to your Capacity Building and Training needs, please contact us at info@acornintl.net.

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Training Course

Principles, Methods and Trends in Environmental, Social and Health Impact Assessment (ESHIA) for Extractive Industries

Strengthening Social Performance in Extractive Industry Activities

Delivering Local Content in the Extractives Industries

Human Rights Due Diligence for Extractive Industries