Pideya Learning Academy

Sustainability Facility Professional Program

Upcoming Schedules

  • Live Online Training
  • Classroom Training

Date Venue Duration Fee (USD)
10 Feb - 14 Feb 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
24 Mar - 28 Mar 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
26 May - 30 May 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
16 Jun - 20 Jun 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
07 Jul - 11 Jul 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
25 Aug - 29 Aug 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
20 Oct - 24 Oct 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
08 Dec - 12 Dec 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750

Course Overview

In a world grappling with climate change, resource depletion, and increasing regulatory pressures, sustainable facility management has become an urgent organizational priority. The Sustainability Facility Professional Program by Pideya Learning Academy is designed to empower facility professionals with the strategic and technical expertise required to drive sustainability across the built environment. This comprehensive training supports the transition from conventional operations to environmentally responsible, efficient, and resilient facility practices.
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the buildings sector consumes nearly 30% of global energy and is responsible for around 26% of global energy-related CO₂ emissions. This staggering footprint underscores the pivotal role facilities play in achieving sustainability targets. The demand for professionals who can lead this transformation is accelerating as governments, corporations, and institutions pursue ambitious net-zero and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) objectives. In this context, acquiring advanced knowledge and credentials in sustainable facility management is not just beneficial—it’s essential.
The Sustainability Facility Professional Program offered by Pideya Learning Academy is uniquely tailored to address this critical need. It delivers actionable knowledge across energy optimization, water conservation, waste reduction, indoor environmental quality, climate risk mitigation, and stakeholder alignment. Participants will explore key sustainability frameworks, including ISO 14001, LEED, and GRESB, gaining the ability to implement global best practices at every stage of the facility lifecycle—from design and construction to operations, maintenance, and end-of-life considerations.
This certification is more than just an educational credential—it’s a career catalyst. As sustainability becomes embedded in corporate strategy, professionals with verified expertise are being sought after to lead green initiatives and influence executive-level decisions. By completing this training, participants will strengthen their credentials and become recognized agents of change within their organizations and industries.
The program encourages participants to integrate sustainability principles with long-term business goals, using a data-driven, systems-thinking approach. It also emphasizes the importance of communication and change management in driving adoption of sustainable practices across diverse organizational functions.
Throughout the course, attendees will gain structured knowledge while benefiting from real-world examples, expert-led discussions, and collaborative learning experiences. Key takeaways include the ability to:
Integrate sustainability considerations into the full facility lifecycle, from strategic planning to decommissioning
Improve energy efficiency, resource utilization, and environmental performance across operations
Align facility practices with ESG mandates, corporate responsibility targets, and sustainability reporting standards
Use data analytics and performance metrics to track environmental impact and make informed decisions
Attain a recognized professional certification that enhances credibility and career advancement
Lead strategic sustainability initiatives that drive organizational transformation and resilience
By the end of the Sustainability Facility Professional Program, participants will be equipped to not only meet but exceed the growing expectations for sustainability performance in facilities management. The program empowers professionals to design and operate spaces that support environmental goals, foster employee well-being, and contribute to long-term economic value creation.
With a growing focus on energy transition and climate action across sectors, this course enables professionals to stay competitive, relevant, and impactful in an evolving global marketplace. Pideya Learning Academy remains committed to supporting sustainability champions by offering this dynamic, future-focused learning experience that bridges global best practices with local application.

Course Objectives

After completing this Pideya Learning Academy training, the participants will learn to:
Demonstrate advanced understanding of sustainable facility management concepts
Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency through sustainability
Apply strategic thinking to reduce environmental impacts and improve lifecycle performance
Integrate sustainability metrics and KPIs into facility management systems
Align facility operations with international sustainability frameworks and standards
Evaluate environmental risks and recommend mitigation strategies
Communicate the business case for sustainability to key stakeholders
Support corporate ESG objectives through effective facility management
Assess and improve energy, water, and waste management processes
Develop sustainable procurement and vendor engagement strategies

Personal Benefits

Participants will benefit by:
Gaining a globally relevant certification in sustainable facility management
Strengthening their ability to make strategic decisions
Enhancing their career mobility and professional recognition
Expanding their understanding of sustainability tools and frameworks
Building confidence in leading sustainability-focused projects

Organisational Benefits

Organizations that sponsor participants in this training will benefit through:
Reduced operational costs through sustainable resource management
Enhanced compliance with environmental regulations and standards
Strengthened corporate image through improved sustainability reporting
Access to employees who can lead green transformation initiatives
Improved facility performance and lower lifecycle costs

Who Should Attend

This Pideya Learning Academy certification program is ideal for:
Professionals aspiring to build a career in sustainable facility management
Facility managers and operations personnel seeking to expand their strategic impact
Engineers, project managers, and sustainability officers involved in built environment projects
Mid-to-senior level professionals looking to enhance their credentials and leadership role in sustainability

Course Outline

Module 1: Strategic Integration of Sustainability in Facility Management
Defining sustainability in the context of facility management Exploring the Triple Bottom Line framework and its intersections Strategic models in sustainability-driven organizations Impact of sustainability on corporate strategic planning Aligning facility management goals with organizational mission Phases in enterprise-wide sustainability framework development Core sustainability principles for facility management leaders
Module 2: Sustainability Communication and Performance Disclosure
Elements of an effective sustainability communication strategy Principles for developing and sharing sustainability messaging Key attributes of high-quality sustainability reporting Criteria for selecting sustainability reporting approaches Change management fundamentals in sustainability initiatives Leadership roles and capabilities for successful transition Lifecycle phases in organizational change Metrics and tools for monitoring transformation
Module 3: Strategic Planning and Sustainable Procurement in FM
Components and structure of a sustainability policy Constructing a topic matrix for policy development Phases of sustainable facility strategy formulation Activity mapping in the planning and implementation stages Understanding the time value of money (TVM) in project evaluation Application of financial evaluation tools in decision-making Distinguishing between procurement and purchasing functions Sustainable procurement lifecycle and process workflow
Module 4: Energy and Water Optimization in Facilities
Setting goals for energy-efficient operations Calculating and analyzing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions Overview of distributed energy systems and cogeneration Integrating on-site renewable energy technologies Mechanisms of energy buyback and grid return Sustainable water management initiatives in facilities Objectives for optimizing water resource consumption Key performance indicators for water efficiency
Module 5: Workplace Sustainability and Waste Optimization
Linking workplace management to sustainable facility outcomes Environmental, economic, and social dimensions of workplace sustainability Performance metrics for evaluating workplace effectiveness Classifying types of waste in facilities Understanding the waste management process and flow Implementation of the waste hierarchy in facility systems Effects of sustainability commitment on facility operations
Module 6: Environmental Compliance and Policy Alignment
Overview of environmental compliance frameworks Aligning facility practices with regulatory requirements Internal audits for sustainability performance Role of standards such as ISO 14001 in facility operations Sustainability certifications and accreditations in FM
Module 7: Sustainable Building Materials and Green Technologies
Evaluation criteria for sustainable building materials Innovations in eco-friendly construction and retrofitting Integrating green building technologies in existing infrastructure Life-cycle assessment of materials and systems Role of building automation systems in sustainability
Module 8: Climate Resilience and Risk Mitigation in Facilities
Identifying climate-related risks in facility operations Risk assessment frameworks for climate resilience Disaster preparedness and sustainable recovery planning Designing adaptive infrastructure for extreme weather events Resilience metrics and reporting mechanisms
Module 9: Smart Facility Management and Data Analytics
Leveraging IoT for sustainable facility operations Smart meters and sensor integration for energy tracking Real-time data analytics for sustainability performance Predictive maintenance and AI applications in FM Cloud-based platforms for centralized sustainability reporting
Module 10: Sustainability Leadership and Capacity Building
Competencies required for sustainability leadership Creating a culture of continuous improvement Stakeholder engagement in sustainability initiatives Training and development for sustainability teams Measuring leadership effectiveness in sustainability projects
Module 11: Evaluation, Assessment, and Knowledge Review
Review of sustainability case studies in facility management Self-assessment quizzes on sustainability strategy and application Discussion of sample scenarios and prior exam questions Application of learned concepts to organizational settings Group feedback and reflections on sustainability initiatives

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