Chief Sustainability Manager
The Role for Future Security, Resilience, and Entrepreneurial Sovereignty
Why this Training is Crucial
Companies are facing a phase of global uncertainty. Material shortages, volatile supply chains, geopolitical dependencies, and stricter regulations are changing business models. Sustainability thus gains a new significance: it becomes the foundation for resilience, cost security, and entrepreneurial freedom of action.
This training enables you not only to manage sustainability but to actively use it to make your company more resilient, independent, and future-proof.
Why this Training is right for you
The training is aimed at:
- Managers who are responsible for sustainability as a strategic task
- Individuals from procurement, supply chain, operations, development, and energy who play key roles in resilience
- Employees who want to take an active role in the transformation process
- Decision-makers preparing their company for future risks and market requirements
A modern Chief Sustainability Manager is much more than a reporting specialist.
They become the architect for resilience and sovereignty within the company.
Training Week Overview
Five intensive days with a clear content structure. Each unit combines theory, practical examples, and concrete transfer tasks that are applied directly to the participant’s own company.
Day 1: Strategic Fundamentals and Regulation
- Sustainability as a driver for resilience
- CSRD, EU Taxonomy, CRMA, LkSG
- Analysis of risks and dependencies
Day 2: Value Chains and Circular Strategies
- Supply chain risks and Scope 3
- Material strategies and substitution
- Circular business models
Day 3: Production and Energy
- Energy and resource efficiency
- Industry 4.0 as a lever for transparency
- Decarbonization of electricity and heat
Day 4: KPIs, LCA, and Evaluation of Measures
- Product and company evaluations
- KPI systems for resilience and sustainability
- Methodology for prioritizing measures
Day 5: Roadmap and Implementation
- Development of an individual transformation roadmap
- Presentation and peer feedback
- Certification as Chief Sustainability Manager
Methods and Formats
- Best practice examples from industry and SMEs
- Interactive group work and simulations
- Analysis of real material and supply chain risks
- Development of individual strategies and roadmaps
- Exchange with experts from various disciplines
Requesting Inhouse Training?
The course, or parts of it, would also be interesting for your entire team/your company? We would be happy to advise you on the possibility of an inhouse training. Give us a call or write to us - we will tailor your further training to suit your needs!
Learn more about
- Identifying key risks and opportunities in sustainability-related developments
- Developing a robust and future-proof sustainability strategy
- Strategically assessing material and supply chain risks
- Translating regulatory requirements into concrete implementation paths
- Building relevant KPIs and management systems
- Creating a roadmap that delivers immediate impact
- Managing internal and external stakeholders with confidence
Our Partners
Speakers
Dr. Myron Graw has 15 years of experience in the field of advanced technology consultancy. He held over 100 trainings about digitalization, hydrogen, and sustainability and was involved in more than 200 specific technology consultancy projects all around the globe. As an Executive Director of the business unit Intelligent Production Systems the INC Innovation Center and Managing Director of the Center Fuel Cell Industrialization FCI at RWTH Aachen Campus, he aims to support companies driving innovation and transforming towards an intelligent and sustainable future.
Dr. Myron Graw
Daniel Führen is a highly experienced professional in technology and innovation management, specializing in diverse industries such as automotive, life sciences, materials, energy, and chemicals. His expertise includes hydrogen economy, sustainable production, additive manufacturing, and printed electronics. He excels in diversifying businesses, identifying new products and applications, and leading sustainable production projects. Daniel Führen currently serves as the Head of New Energy Systems at INC Innovation Center, with a Master's Degree in Physics from RWTH Aachen University.
Daniel Führen
Ixchen Elías is a materials scientist with expertise in innovative materials and circular economy strategies across the automotive, micro and power electronics, photovoltaics, and construction industries. She combines her deep knowledge of materials, process technologies, and recycling technologies to help companies redesign products and implement circular business models. With over 7 years of experience in both research and consultancy, she focuses on advancing resource-efficient innovation and guiding clients towards successful circular transformation.
