Prove Your Competence in Sustainability
Gain global recognition for your foundational sustainability knowledge and skills with the Certified Sustainability Fundamentals™ (CSF) certification. This certification validates your competence in core sustainability principles and demonstrates your ability to apply them in real-world contexts, making you a valuable asset in today’s sustainability-driven economy.
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The CSF™ certification demonstrates your ability to:
✅ Apply fundamental sustainability concepts in a professional setting
✅ Support sustainability initiatives within your organization
✅ Understand key sustainability frameworks, reporting, and regulations
✅ Enhance your career with verified sustainability expertise
This certification applies across all industries, including business, government, education, healthcare, finance, and more.
✅ 1 in 3 | One in three companies now considers sustainability knowledge a critical skill for career advancement (Source: LinkedIn Green Skills Report).
✅ 80% | Over 80% of global executives say sustainability is now a key driver of long-term business success (Source: GPM Insights 2024).
✅ $12 Trillion | Sustainability-driven business models could unlock $12 trillion in economic opportunities by 2030 (Source: World Business Council for Sustainable Development).
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With so many sustainability credentials on the market, it’s critical to choose one that is credible, competency-based, and globally recognized.
✅ First to Certify in Sustainability-Based Project Management (Since 2011) – GPM pioneered this space
✅ Adheres to ISO 17024 Certification Processes – Competency-based, not just an exam
✅ Structured Around the GPM Sustainability Framework – Practical, proven, and effective
✅ Trusted by Global Organizations, Governments, and Fortune 500 Companies
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Complete the following declaration
1.1 Exhibiting leadership in Sustainability
1.1.1 Demonstrates commitment to sustainable practices.
1.1.2 Communicates a compelling vision for the sustainability initiatives they lead.
1.1.3 Encourages others to take action to deliver positive social and environmental impact.
1.1.4 Communicates the business case for sustainability to policymakers and other stakeholders.
1.1.5 Advocates for adoption of green technologies among peers
1.1.6 Prioritizes social and environmental well-being in their decision-making.
1.2 Ensuring transparency and accountability in sustainability practices
1.2.1 Communicates openly about their organization’s sustainability objectives and progress towards them.
1.2.2 Provides input to organizational ESG disclosures and sustainability reporting.
1.2.3 Takes responsibility for the sustainability initiatives they lead.
1.3 Addressing ethical challenges in initiatives
1.3.1 Responds proactively to ethical challenges.
1.3.2 Seeks guidance from others to make informed, ethical decisions.
1.3.3 Communicates transparently about actions taken to resolve ethical conflicts.
1.3.4 Takes responsibility for the long-term impacts of their decisions.
1.4 Enhancing personal capabilities
1.4.1 Engages in professional development opportunities to stay current in sustainability and regeneration.
1.4.2 Engages with sustainability networks and forums to learn from and share with others.
2.1 Fostering support for the planet and all life
2.1.1 Ensures compliance with environmental accords, treaties, laws, and regulations within their area of responsibility.
2.1.2 Establishes and monitors goals, targets, and measures for the achievement of sustainability objectives within their area of responsibility.
2.2 Protecting Biodiversity
2.2.1 Supports initiatives to protect or enhance biodiversity within the context of their responsibility.
2.2.2 Collaborates with relevant stakeholders in support of sustainable land and water use and protection of ecosystems
2.3 Preserving natural resources
2.3.1 Tracks and shares natural resource usage to support data-driven decision-making for reduction efforts within their area of responsibility.
2.3.2 Takes action to reduce natural resource consumption within their area of responsibility.
2.3.3 Collaborates with relevant stakeholders to minimize the use of natural resources within their area of responsibility
2.4 Restoring ecological balance
2.4.1 Tracks and shares greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to support data-driven decision-making for reduction efforts within their area of responsibility.
2.4.2 Takes action to reduce pollution within their area of responsibility.
2.4.3 Collaborates with relevant stakeholders to develop pollution prevention strategies for their area of responsibility
3.1 Incorporating talent acquisition, retention, and empowerment into organizational culture.
3.1.1 Helps to establish and maintain a workplace that values and respects all individuals.
3.1.2 3.1.2 Provides training and education on talent acquisition, retention, and empowerment for individuals within their area of responsibility.
3.2 Supporting disadvantaged and at-risk groups
3.2.1 Ensures compliance with accords, treaties, laws, and regulations related to non-discrimination.
3.2.2 Advocates within their area of responsibility for policies, programs, and approaches that advance dignity, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
3.2.3 Engages with disadvantaged and at-risk groups to understand their needs and challenges.
3.2.4 Takes action to support disadvantaged and at-risk groups within their area of responsibility.
3.2.5 Cultivates dignity, diversity, equity, and inclusion within their area of responsibility
