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Overview

Decarbonization and Carbon Neutrality Essentials

Incentive available

Next Start Date: December 8, 2026 09h00

Online

Next Start Date:
December 8, 2026

Program overview

The International Energy Agency states that, to meet international climate objectives, we need to reduce net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to below zero worldwide throughout the second half of this century. As a result, many governments and private companies have announced their ambitious GHG reduction targets in recent years, with some aiming to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. To reach these targets in the medium and long terms, carbon neutrality strategies need to be developed to identify the measures that can be implemented in building portfolios and manufacturing facilities.

This one-day training is intended for managers and professionals wishing to learn about the various strategies that serve to achieve carbon neutrality in their organizations.

Participants learn the various terms and definitions related to carbon neutrality through concrete examples. They also gain an understanding of the initiatives and commitments developed and made by different governments and enterprises. Additionally, they learn to demystify the different approaches used to achieve carbon neutrality or, at least, to significantly reduce GHG emissions. 

What you will learn

  • Explain the 2050 government targets. 
  • Define carbon neutrality and other related concepts. 
  • Differentiate decarbonization approaches (reduce, capture, offset). 
  • Set realistic GHG emission reduction goals. 
  • Develop a strategy to achieve carbon neutrality. 

This course is ideal for

  • Sustainability/climate change managers 
  • Environmental decisionmakers and policymakers 
  • Building owners and operators 
  • Manufacturing site owners 
  • Professionals wishing to develop carbon neutral strategies 

Course summary

Course Details

Length

1 day

Language

English, French

Skill level

Beginner

Format

Online

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Next Start Date

December 8, 2026
09h00 (EST)

Regular fee

$745

Early bird fee

$671

Before October 13, 2026

Available Incentives

Industrial offer

 A dedicated subsidy now makes upskilling more accessible for industrial professionals. Take advantage of a 50% reduced rate to deepen your expertise and support Canada’s accelerating energy transition.
 
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Meet Your Trainer(s)

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Upcoming Sessions

Length 1 day

December 8, 2026

09h00 (EST)

Registration closing: December 7, 2026

French

Marc Désaulniers

December 15, 2026

09h00 (CST)

Registration closing: December 14, 2026

English

Shahriar Ghahremanian

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Full Curriculum

Important information

Learning material

  • PDF of the presentation slides (slides in printable protected PDF)
  • Supplemental training material

Your enrollment includes all presentation slides and supplemental training material to ensure your success.

Frequently Asked Questions

Policies and FAQ

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Available Incentives

Industrial offer

 A dedicated subsidy now makes upskilling more accessible for industrial professionals. Take advantage of a 50% reduced rate to deepen your expertise and support Canada’s accelerating energy transition.
 

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