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Yesterday at the RSB Annual Conference, RSB introduced the RSB Academy Programme, a new educational initiative dedicated to capacity building for a sustainable bioeconomy. The launch of the programme was accompanied by the launch of eleven e-learning courses on RSB sustainability certification.
The RSB Academy Programme is a new programmatic service that aims to equip the current and future workforce with the practical skills and knowledge required to contribute to a sustainable future. It offers individuals and organisations a blended learning experience, combining virtual and in-person courses, to provide accessible and seamless learning experiences.
In particular, the RSB Academy programme focuses on capacity building in the Global South to address the growing demand for sustainability expertise in these regions. As the first step in this ambitious initiative, the RSB programme launched its first set of courses on RSB sustainability certification, which will be hosted on the RSB Academy’s learning platform.
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“The RSB Academy Programme represents a significant moment in RSB’s mission to drive meaningful transformation in the bioeconomy through education. By offering high-quality, scalable training, we aim to empower people and communities to take decisive action for a sustainable future,” said Arianna Baldo, RSB’s Programme Director.
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Why it matters
As industries, governments, and civil society increasingly turn to bio-based solutions to address global sustainability challenges, there is a critical need for knowledgeable practitioners to drive the sustainable transition to a bio-based and circular economy.
The RSB Academy Programme addresses this gap by bridging theory and practice through actionable, comprehensive training and skills development for individuals and organisations.
By focusing on capacity-building in key regions such as the Global South, the RSB Academy programme ensures that individuals and teams from diverse backgrounds – including operators, auditors, certification bodies, corporate sustainability and procurement professionals, NGOs, and students – gain the tools they need to advance sustainability in their respective fields and careers.
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First offering: RSB Sustainability Certification Courses
The launch of the RSB Academy Programme includes fully self-paced and self-directed online courses on RSB sustainability certification, which can be accessed through the RSB Academy learning platform. These courses include:
- Introduction to RSB, which is free to everyone who signs up
- RSB Certification Overview
- RSB Certification Process
- RSB Principles & Criteria
- Chain of Custody (mass balance, and book & claim)
- Greenhouse Gas Methodology (incl. GHG Calculator Tool)
- RSB Global Fuels Certification
- RSB Global Advanced Products Certification
- RSB ICAO CORSIA Certification
- RSB EU RED Certification
- RSB Procedures for Certification Bodies & Auditors
All the RSB sustainability certification courses are 100% virtual, self-paced courses that help anyone gain insight and a comprehensive understanding of the RSB certification system, including RSB’s Principles & Criteria, risk management, and impact assessments, GHG methodologies and Chain of Custody, including mass balance, and book and claim – ensuring compliance with global sustainability standards.
The RSB sustainability certification e-learning courses provide authentic learning journeys that focus on learning through direct experiences and reflection, where you actively engage in knowledge acquisition and application through gamified and real-life sustainability challenges – promoting critical thinking and skills development.
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Next steps for the RSB Academy Programme
The launch of the RSB sustainability certification courses is just the beginning. In the short-term future, the RSB Academy Programme will expand its offerings to include:
- Advanced courses on bio-based and circular economy strategies.
- Specialised training tailored to specific industries and regions.
- Interactive and collaborative workshops to foster peer-to-peer learning.
Whether you’re a stakeholder from industry or academia, get in touch with the RSB Academy team to collaborate on capacity building for a sustainable bioeconomy:
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