In this course, IDB's Environmental and Social Policy Framework, you will learn the fundamental principles, processes, actors, and phases of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approach to promoting sustainable, inclusive, and resilient development in Latin America and the Caribbean. Through a dynamic journey across different "chronicles" or development trajectories, you will explore how the 10 environmental and social performance standards of the Framework are applied in practice. This course will enable you to identify socio-environmental risks and opportunities, understand key implementation requirements, and develop skills to tackle complex challenges. By the end of the course, you will have practical tools to enhance the quality and sustainability of the projects you work on, whether in the public sector, private sector, or multilateral organizations. No prior experience in environmental or social topics is required.
What you'll learn
understand IDB's environmental and social performance standards
identify socio-environmental risks and opportunities
apply sustainable development principles in various projects
develop skills to tackle complex environmental and social challenges
Course objectives
familiarize with the IDB's approach to sustainable development
enhance skills for project sustainability
improve capability to analyze environmental and social impacts