Climate Action Training for the Cycling Industry
How can we achieve a net zero cycling world? This self-paced course provides manufacturing sites of the cycling industry with foundational knowledge on measuring and reporting greenhouse gas emissions, how to set reduction targets and monitor progress, as well as case studies of potential solutions to drive down emissions.
Who is this course for?
The course is targeted at top management and technical mid-management at factories to raise awareness on their critical role in achieving a net zero cycling world.
However, the training provides a great introduction for anyone in the cycling industry who is interested to gain valuable knowledge about the cycling industry’s role in achieving the 1.5-degree goal and how to support their company in taking meaningful climate action.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Measure and report on your company's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions
- Set reduction targets to lower GHG emissions;
- Monitor progress on lowering GHG emissions and;
- Identify low-carbon solutions for energy efficiency (EE) and renewable energy (RE)
How much time do you need to invest?
Completing the main course and short quizzes will take about 1-3 hours per module.
Completing all six modules and the additional (optional) assignments will take about approximate 14-20 hours.
Topics Overview: Climate Change, Cycling Industry, GHG Accounting, Energy Efficiency, Renewable Technology
Certificate: Participants will earn a certificate of completion after finalizing all six modules and reaching a minimum of 75% in the final exam.
Course Provider: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Course Developers: The course was developed with the help of available latest science, resources and guidance around climate action from renowned organisations, initiatives and sources. Additional supporting materials, industry specific insights and additional studies were provided by the cycling companies that are part of the Climate Action Training initiative, GIZ, Shift Cycling Culture, Leadership & Sustainability, and Fischer, Knoblauch & Co.
Course Contact: For technical questions and other queries please reach out to igs@giz.de
License: CC-BY-SA 4.0 GIZ GmbHPublication Date: October 28, 2024