Cohort-based program
Carbon Accounting and Reduction for B Corps
A five-week online course on the process and best practices to measure carbon footprint, establish reduction targets, and develop and implement a climate transition plan to get B Corps ready to deliver on the climate action requirements of the new standards for B Corp Certification.
Application deadline: May 4, 2025
Cohort starts: May 5, 2025
Skills you will learn:
Created by —
David Jaber
Founder, Climate Positive Consulting
Introductory level
No prior carbon accounting experience is required, but familiarity with B Corp sustainability standards is desirable
Cohort-based
This is an introductory, cohort-based program with weekly live sessions
5 weeks / 4 hours per week
Expected commitment. We will help keep yourself accountable with timely check-ins
Certificate upon graduation
Forward your career in corporate sustainability with a certificate upon completion
Course Overview
This course will set you up to meet the new climate action requirements for B Corp Certification. You’ll learn the terminology of carbon accounting and how to measure and report carbon emissions using the GHG Protocol Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard. You will explore strategies for setting carbon reduction goals and targets to create an achievable climate transition plan. You will walk away from the course with a solid understanding of how to start working toward CA1, CA 2 and CA3, including beginning measuring, setting targets, and taking action to reduce emissions.
Key course details:
- 5 weeks | 4 hours/week | 100% remote
- Weekly live sessions
- Class recordings available
- Real-world projects
- Personalized feedback
- Mentorship from practitioners
- Digital certificate upon graduation
Key skills:
- Carbon Accounting Proficiency
- Science-Based Target Setting
- Carbon Footprint Reduction Strategies
- Just Transition Integration
- Climate Transition Planning
Carbon Accounting
Tools and best practices for measuring GHG emissions
Science-Based Targets
Programs and options for ambitious climate goals using the SBTi framework
Carbon Footprint Reduction Strategies
Develop and implement a Climate Transition Plan
Just Transition Integration
Mainstream justice into your climate strategy to support frontline communities
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for professionals leading sustainability efforts within their organizations, including B Corp Certification Leads, Sustainability Leads, Finance and Operations Directors, and Marketing & Communications Leads. Whether you’re preparing for new B Corp standards, integrating GHG accounting into strategy, aligning sustainability with financial decisions, or enhancing impact communications, this course provides the expertise you need to drive meaningful change.
B Corp Certification Leads/B Keepers
Learn everything you need to have your organization ready to meet the upcoming CA1, CA2, CA3 standards
Sustainability Leads
Deepen your GHG accounting expertise to integrate it into the company’s broader sustainability strategy
Finance or Operations Director
Understand how to connect sustainability efforts with financial outcomes, justify investments in emissions reductions, and manage risks
Marketing & Communications Lead
Improve transparency in sustainability reporting, craft credible impact narratives, and strengthen a company's B Corp reputation
Syllabus & Schedule
Explore a structured, expert-led journey covering key sustainability topics.
đź“„ Week 1: Welcome and Introduction to Carbon Accounting
- Readings/viewings: GHG Protocol Corporate Standards, B Corp Standard CA1
đź“„ Week 2: Carbon Accounting Part 2
- Readings/viewings: GHG Protocol Corporate Value Chain Standards, B Corp Standard CA1
- Exercise: GHG Accounting
đź“„ Week 3: Carbon Reduction Targets
- Readings/viewings: B Corp Standard CA3
- Project: Create a corporate climate action plan
đź“„ Week 4: Climate Action Plans
- Readings/viewings: Science Based Targets Initiative, Corporate Net Zero Standards, B Corp Standard CA2
đź“„ Week 5: Leading a Just Transition
- Readings/viewings: Business Guide to Advancing Climate Justice, Principles for Partnership with Frontline and Impacted Communities
- Assignment: Revise climate action plan to mainstream justice
Meet the course creator
David Jaber
Founder, Climate Positive Consulting
David Jaber is the Founder of Climate Positive Consulting, a firm that analyzes carbon footprint, crafts climate strategy, and drives greenhouse gas reduction. Over the last 20 years, David has worked with more than 180 companies to help them advance environmental excellence. He is the author of “Climate Positive Business! How You and Your Company Hit Bold Climate Goals and Go Net Zero” and is a Project Drawdown Fellow. David holds engineering degrees from Rice University and University of California-Berkeley.
Course fee and expected commitment
Scholarship and financial aid
Special full scholarship for select B Corp members. Click here to apply.
Pay in installments
You can pay the course fee in easy installments.
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Live classes
- Weekly live classes
- Learn with and from other learners
Up-to-date materials
- Latest updates in the industry
- Lifetime access for learners
Personalized attention
- Support from course creators
- Individual feedback on all assignments
Mentorship
- Access to mentors and peers in the field
- Career-building events with experts