Give your sustainability education the credibility it deserves.
The ESG Institute accredits institutions, educators and organisations delivering ESG and sustainability education. Accreditation provides independent recognition that your training meets high-quality, globally aligned and impact-driven standards.
More than a badge. A mark of quality and integrity.
Accreditation is formal recognition that a course, programme or educational provider meets robust standards in sustainability education and is committed to credible, responsible learning.
Build trust and credibility
Demonstrate quality to learners, employers, clients and institutional partners through independent recognition.
Align with global frameworks
Strengthen educational content through alignment with leading sustainability standards, frameworks and principles.
Improve learning quality
Use accreditation as a structured mechanism for continuous improvement in programme design, delivery and learner outcomes.
Protect learners
Support evidence-based sustainability education and help safeguard learners from greenwashing and misinformation.
A clear path from application to recognition.
Every application follows a structured review designed to assess completeness, educational quality and alignment before accreditation is granted.
Application
Submit the relevant questionnaire and supporting information, including syllabus, trainer profiles and assessment strategy where applicable.
Initial Review
Our team checks the application for completeness and may request clarification or additional information.
Evaluation
ESG experts conduct the detailed review. Site visits or digital walkthroughs may be requested where considered necessary.
Accreditation Decision
Approved applicants receive accreditation for one year, together with a unique certificate and accreditation badge.
Monitoring & Renewal
Annual light-touch reviews may be required to support renewal and maintain accredited status.
Recognition that strengthens your position in the market.
Accreditation provides both an external signal of quality and an internal framework for improving the credibility of your learning offer.
Enhanced Credibility
Demonstrates a commitment to delivering high-quality sustainability education.
Global Alignment
Helps ensure content reflects leading sustainability frameworks and expectations.
Learner Trust
Builds confidence with students, partners, employers and institutional stakeholders.
Market Visibility
Accredited providers can display The ESG Institute Accreditation Badge and may be listed on the global registry.
Competitive Edge
Distinguishes accredited courses and providers in an increasingly crowded ESG training landscape.
Accreditation comes with clear responsibilities.
All Accredited Parties are governed by The ESG Institute’s Accredited Party Code of Conduct, covering integrity, accurate marketing, evidence-based content, professional competence, accessibility, inclusion, conflicts of interest and other quality expectations.
Turn the quality of your training into recognised credibility.
Choose the accreditation route that fits you, or contact us if you are unsure which application is appropriate. We can also help if you are interested in becoming an evaluator.