Palm Oil ESG Training for Financial Institutions

Welcome to ZSL’s deep dive training for financial institutions on the palm oil sector. In this training you will gain an understanding of:

The intricacies of the palm oil industry, emphasising its relationship with tropical forests and the impacts of deforestation.
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) challenges prevalent in the palm oil sector.
Strategies to address key risks associated with palm oil production and processing.
Pivotal touchpoints for financial sector engagement.
Best practices to improve sustainability in the palm oil supply chain.

This training is split into four modules. We encourage you to watch all four in order, but you can select to watch any module you choose separately and in any order. Select the module below:

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Training Modules

Module 1: Introduction to the Palm Oil Sector
Duration: 11 minutes Discover palm oil's ubiquity, remarkable efficiency and its significant impact on deforestation. Start now

Module 2: ESG Risks in the Palm Oil Sector
Duration: 20 minutes Dive into palm oil's ESG risks, with emphasis on deforestation, peatland degradation and biodiversity loss. Sign in or register for free access

Module 3: Risk Mitigation Strategies
Duration: 11 minutes Explore certification schemes, NDPE policies, traceability and more strategies to mitigate ESG risks in palm oil production. Sign in or register for free access

Module 4: Key Engagement Asks For Financial Institutions
Duration: 13 minutes Equip financial institutions to engage with palm oil companies, emphasising responsible investment and sustainable practices. Sign in or register for free access