Kick off your career with the KIEM program, specifically designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge essential for implementing sustainability within your organization. It is a unique opportunity for you as an early-career ESG professional to make a tangible impact on sustainability.
KIEM stands for Knowledge, Implementation, Engagement and Management: the four pillars for transforming ambitions into action. A defining feature of the KIEM program is the ongoing development of a sustainability initiative by each participant, allowing you to immediately apply your learned insights within your organization. Across six sessions over a year, this program offers a comprehensive learning and practical application experience, empowering you to become the cornerstone of your organization’s sustainability efforts.
Immerse yourself in the concepts, legislation and initiatives in the environmental, social and governance field, including CSRD, EU taxonomy and due diligence. Our program ensures you’re fully equipped to manage the complexities of sustainability and to make it practical.
Be inspired by experienced sustainability directors from companies like Signify, Vermaat and Royal Swinkels Family Brewers. Collaborate with expert consultants from 2BHonest to make complex issues and concepts tangible.
Put what you learn into practice by developing a sustainability initiative that helps your organization. During the program, you will go through the entire realization process of your project and achieve tangible results within your professional environment.
Connect with like-minded peers across different sectors. Our program encourages collaboration among participants to learn from each other, creating a dynamic and powerful community committed to driving change.
As a young professional, your ambition and fresh perspective are critical for steering organizations towards sustainability. However, translating your ideas into action can be a challenge. The KIEM program is designed to not only provide you with the essential knowledge but also teach you how to effectively engage the right stakeholders and successfully implement strategies across departments and disciplines. This comprehensive approach equips you with the tools to navigate the complexities of organizational sustainability. You will be prepared to lead sustainable initiatives and make a significant impact, making you a driver of your organization’s sustainability transition.
During the intake, we explore the purpose of your participation in the program. We do this together with you and your manager, aiming to enhance future integration within your organization. The process will include clearly defining your learning objectives, sharing your expectations of the program, and discussing the sustainability challenges you are currently facing within your organization that you wish to address.
10:30 – 17:00
This first day is centred around the ESG landscape. We will delve into significant regulations and initiatives such as the EU Green Deal, Fit For 55, CSRD and SBTi. To deepen your understanding of how organizations navigate their sustainability journey, we will introduce the Four-Phase Model of a sustainable strategy (inactive, reactive, active, proactive). This model will be linked to our aim of investigating and assessing the ambitions, strategies and planned actions of various organizations. Additionally, experts will share insights into overcoming sustainability challenges and leveraging opportunities within their own organizations.
What you will learn
Experts
10:30 – 17:00
This day take us deeper into the complex domain of ‘environmental’ – the ‘E’ in ESG – starting with the crucial topic of climate. We will thoroughly and practically assess how companies can calculate their carbon footprints, considering both direct emissions from their operations (scope 1 and 2) and indirect emissions (scope 3). We will then proceed to developing a sound CO₂ reduction plan for your organization. Additionally, we will show how this can be done by developing and setting targets according to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Following this, we will transition to our second topic, circularity, addressing the EU-level dynamics and their implications for the Netherlands. We will highlight the measurement challenges of circularity and demonstrate the ‘circularity index’ with an engaging case study.
Concluding with biodiversity, we will examine issues related to water and biodiversity, assessing current developments and their practical implications for businesses.
What you will learn
Experts
10:30 – 17:00
On this third day, we focus on the ‘S’ and ‘G’ aspects of ESG, with a special emphasis on due diligence within the supply chain, governance structures and distributing responsibilities within organizations. Building on the sustainability strategies discussed on Day 1, we will highlight the role of due diligence, including the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) and addressing the financial risks of climate change. The essence of due diligence, identifying and mitigating risks, will be spotlighted as a critical process to illustrate why responsibilities must be spread across the organization. We will also thoroughly explore sustainable procurement, showcasing purchasing as a key department for applying sustainability principles, as a practical example of these distributed responsibilities.
What you will learn
Experts
10:30 – 17:00
On the fourth day of the program, our focus is on engagement, a key element for effectively implementing ESG. We will dive into the principles of change management for sustainability and explore how to build support and resilience among stakeholders. This involves learning how to develop an effective engagement strategy tailored to various target groups and how to efficiently apply these strategies within your organization.
What you will learn
Experts
10:30 – 17:00
Day 5 focuses on effectively launching your sustainability initiative, such as setting up a sustainable product range or developing a circular product. All the knowledge you have acquired in the past sessions can now be utilized to strengthen your initiative. Additionally, you will discover what it takes to make your initiative a success, from the initial concept to its ultimate realization, covering crucial aspects such as implementation, management and measuring impact.
First, we will examine the components that should strengthen your business case, including defining the problem you are solving, mapping out the necessary steps, establishing a timeline, involving relevant stakeholders and determining the required budget. Next, three experienced sustainability experts will present their insights into launching sustainability initiatives within organizations. Following these presentations, you will have the opportunity to refine and present your own initiative, receiving guidance from fellow candidates and the experts. The result will be a real sustainability initiative that you can implement in your business.
What you will learn
Experts
The KIEM Business Fair represents the grand finale of our intensive program. This day is all about sharing, celebrating and networking, offering a unique opportunity to showcase your acquired insights and achieved results to a diverse audience. In addition to the program’s participants and experts, sustainability professionals from other organizations and leading companies will also be in attendance.
Day’s highlights
Together with you and your manager, we will reflect on the learning outcomes, evaluate the current implementation status of your sustainability initiative, and outline the next steps forward.
Meet Winne and Anniek, the dedicated facilitators of the KIEM program. As sustainability consultants, each of them brings a unique background in sustainable business & innovation. Winne, with his empathetic and enthusiastic approach, focuses on assisting companies in greening their strategy and operations. Anniek, driven by the positive impact businesses can have on both climate and social sustainability aspects, uses her positive, curious and critical perspective to support companies with their sustainability challenges. Together, they form a complementary team to guide participants through the program, ensuring a cohesive and enriching experience.
Initiate or strengthen your sustainability career with KIEM. If you’re ready to make a significant impact and connect with a community of driven individuals, we invite you to join us. Remember, your commitment and participation are key to not only your development but also to fostering a broader culture of sustainability within and beyond your organization.
Our first group of young professionals has already started! Among them is Quinty Soede from ProRail, who shares her motivations here. Will you join our next group? Sign up below.
Need more information before making your decision? Let us know. We’re happy to answer your questions and assist you in making an informed choice. Additionally, feel free to reach out to Winne. He’s available to provide support and guidance as needed.
Contact
Winne Benschop
winnebenschop@2bhonest.nl
035 6981420
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