Companies have access to an extensive ecosystem of subsidised sustainability training, state-backed advisory vouchers, and specialised development networks to drive their green transitions. These offers span from foundational workforce climate literacy to accredited executive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance programmes. There are also a wide range of EU funded schemes for training and development that we will also speak of later in the newsletter
Types of Sustainability Training Available
Workforce & General Awareness
- Sustainability 101: Run by the Dublin Chamber Sustainability Academy to guide companies through carbon footprints, decarbonisation roadmaps, and stakeholder
- Corporate Sustainability Pass: by the Skillnet to build baseline skills in energy, water, waste, and biodiversity across all staff.
- Green Skills Micro-Qualifications: Offered via SOLAS Skills to Advance, focusing on practical modules like lean practice, workplace circular economies, and sustainable procurement.
Specialist & Compliance Training
- Sustainable Reporting & Transformation: A Level 9 accredited certificate available at Griffith College, mapped to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) framework.
- Origin Green Academy: Tailored environmental and social strategy training specifically for operators in the agri-food, drink, and horticulture sectors.
State & Agency Supports for Businesses
Enterprise Ireland (EI) Financial Grants
Overview of Key Training & Support Ecosystem
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Provider / Agency
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Primary Focus
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Best For
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Typical Funding Support
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Enterprise Ireland
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Compliance, Capital Infrastructure & Systems
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Mid-to-Large Exporters & Manufacturers
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50% to 100% via specific Vouchers/Grants
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Local Enterprise Offices
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Micro-Business Mentoring & Energy Audits
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Startups & Small Local Operations
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Fully funded initial consultations & grants
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SOLAS / ETBs
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Accredited Vocational & Operational Skills
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Operational staff & floor managers
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Up to 70% employer fee subsidies
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