Lead differently

The world needs a new kind of leader - one who puts people and planet at the centre of every decision.

We built this course to help leaders at every level understand the science, communicate with confidence, and inspire action.
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See the impact for yourself

  • For Senior Leaders & Execs

    Build the confidence to embed sustainability into strategy and lead with clarity in a fast-changing world.

  • For Board Members & Directors

    Understand your role in sustainability leadership, governance, and reporting oversight.

  • For Team & Project Managers

    Translate sustainability goals into action, engage teams, and drive meaningful impact.

Story-led learning that drives action

  • Bite-sized videos and animations designed to simplify complex concepts and fit into busy schedules.

  • Business case studies that show the real impact of effective climate leadership in organisations like yours.

  • Downloadable resources to help you turn learning into practical action.
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    Expertise you can trust

    CEO & Co-Founder, Change by Degrees Dr Tara Shine

    Tara spent 20 years as an international climate change negotiator and communicator, and special advisor to Mary Robinson Foundation. She is Chair of the Board of the International Institute of Environment and Development (IIED), a board member at Enterprise Ireland, and a member of faculty for the visibility stream of Homeward Bound, a global leadership programme for women in science. Tara was awarded STEM Woman of the Year 2024 and PwC/Business Post Sustainable Business Leader of the Year 2024. She is a science communicator, broadcaster and TV presenter, seen on BBC, RTÉ and Channel 4. She is the proud author of ‘How to Save Your Planet One Object At A Time’ published in April 2020 by Simon and Schuster.

    NED & Co-Founder, Change by Degrees Madeleine Murray

    Madeleine spent six years in academia tutoring, teaching, writing and researching as an archaeologist in the School of Archaeology UCD and the National Museum of Ireland. She worked for many years as an Archaeological Manager in the private sector. Madeleine is an expert in employee sustainability engagement, and narrative crafting and messaging, and is passionate about helping businesses create and tell their sustainability stories. She was runner up in the Sustainability Champion of the Year category at the IMAGE PwC Businesswoman of the Year Awards 2024. Madeleine has a Diploma in UX Design making her the first Irish sustainability adviser to use sustainability and UX as a problem-solving tool for business.

    Sustainability Expert Dr Ciarán O'Carroll

    Ciarán is a lecturer in Enterprise and Sustainability in the School of Marketing at Technological University Dublin (TUD). He spent 12 years working in London and Dublin in sustainability strategy development, reporting and communications for organisations including PwC, L’Oréal and ActionAid. He has a PhD in chemistry having worked with Teagasc to develop new technologies to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture, and a certificate in Business Sustainability Management from the University of Cambridge. Ciarán is a board member at Screen Ireland and the National Gallery of Ireland.

    FAQs

    • How is the Sustainability & Climate Leadership course structured?

      The Sustainability and Climate Leadership Course is made up of seven interactive lessons, designed to be completed in order.

      Each one builds on the last, helping you connect ideas and deepen your understanding as you go. All lessons include videos, quizzes and activities to keep you motivated.

      You will also be prompted to complete a short survey before you start lesson one and on completing the course.

      The course is self-paced, so you can work through it in a way that suits your schedule. On average, each lesson takes around 15 to 30 minutes to complete. If you access the knowledge hubs and undertake the ePortfolio exercises, which we recommend you do, that will add additional time per lesson.

    • What do I need to complete this course?

      You can do this course on any device - desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile phone. Video forms an integral part of the course, so you may want to use headphones if viewing it on the move or in proximity to others.

    • What do I achieve at the end?

      This course includes an ePortfolio to help you reflect, apply your learning, and track your progress.

      At the end of each lesson, you will be introduced to a short ePortfolio exercise designed to deepen your understanding and support real-world application. You’ll find videos and step-by-step guidance to help you complete each activity with confidence.

      You can work through the exercises on your own, but some will be even more powerful when shared - especially if colleagues from your organisation are also on this journey. Learning together can spark new ideas and strengthen your impact.

      This course is accredited by the CPD Standards Office - an independent body that assesses and accredits professional education to ensure it meets rigorous standards for CPD.

      Completion of this Sustainability and Climate Leadership Course will award you 7 CPD points/hours which will be reflected in your completion certificate.

      It’s a great way to recognise your development and show your commitment to making a positive impact.