Education
Verdani Partners has developed a library of sustainability and ESG education and trainings based on our hands-on consulting expertise and industry best practices.
Leading through learning.
We are committed to empowering the next generation of sustainability leaders by sharing our expertise, knowledge, and resources. Our comprehensive education offerings — including sustainability and ESG management webinars, LEED® Green Associate exam courses, plus a wealth of thought leadership and industry presentations — equip individuals and organizations to build sustainable and resilient buildings, portfolios, and communities.
Verdani Education Workforce Development
Today’s real estate environment requires more than awareness — it requires operational fluency.
Verdani Education equips asset managers, operators, sustainability teams, and executives with the technical understanding and context needed to navigate building performance standards, GHG management, reporting frameworks, and transition risk exposure.
Our courses are built by the same practitioners who advise institutional investors and global real estate portfolios, translating complex regulatory and performance requirements into actionable, asset-level strategies.
Build Internal Capability. Strengthen Asset Performance.
Practical, real estate–focused training designed to help teams navigate regulatory complexity, improve building performance, and make strategic sustainability decisions.
On-Demand Courses
Self-paced training designed to build internal capability across asset management, operations, and technical teams.
Applied, real estate–focused content
Designed for asset-level execution
Built to support internal team development
Courses are available by subscription for organizations and individually priced for independent users. Discounted bundles are available by topic area.
For Organizations
To build internal capability at scale, Verdani offers both structured training programs and advisory support aligned with the principles covered in our education curriculum.
We work with teams to:
Deploy training across portfolios and functions
Align learning with operational and reporting priorities
Support implementation through strategy and execution guidance
Sustainability Essentials Webinars
Practical Training for Real Estate Decision-Makers
Verdani’s webinars are designed for commercial real estate professionals who need insights and practical instruction. Sessions deliver:
Best management practices
Regulatory and policy context
Portfolio and asset-level implications
Risk considerations and common pitfalls
Implementation pathways
Real-world case examples
Upcoming Live Webinar Schedule (subject to change)
April 23 - Building Performance Standards: Implementation and Annual Requirements
May 21 - The Business Case for Green Building Certifications: Key Framework Updates and How to Advance Performance
October 22 - From Plans to Action: Implementing Climate Risk Management Across Real Estate Portfolios
Connect with Our Team
For organizations seeking deeper support, Verdani provides implementation and strategy services aligned with the principles covered in our education programs.
Internal Professional
Development Trainings
Empowering our experts to deliver exceptional results.
Verdani’s internal professional development program offers weekly training on key sustainability and ESG topics, keeping our team at the forefront of industry advancements. These sessions enhance expertise by equipping our staff with the latest strategies to deliver exceptional services to our clients and reinforcing Verdani’s leadership as a consultant driving sustainability and ESG excellence.
trainings per year (on average) since 2021
Industry Resources
Sustainability and ESG organization links at your fingertips.
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Carbon Risk Real Estate Monitor (CRREM)
Green Business Certification, Inc. (GBCI)
Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF)
Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB)
Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)
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Research, Education & Collaboration
Verdani advances sustainability education and collaboration, driving progress within the broader community. In 2017, we launched VIBE (Verdani Institute for the Built Environment) to lead research, education, and collaboration, transforming the built environment into a force for global sustainability. VIBE champions green building education and accelerates the adoption of sustainable practices. For more information on VIBE’s mission and services, visit their website.
The Sustainable Buildings Collaborative – Americas
The Sustainable Buildings Collaborative – Americas (SBC Americas) is a new regional initiative, established in 2025, accelerating the transition to decarbonized, resilient, and high-performance buildings across the Americas. Rooted in global frameworks like the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the Paris Climate Accord, the Buildings Breakthrough Target, and the Chaillot Declaration, our collaborative aligns climate ambition with on-the-ground action.
This innovative partnership driven by VIBE, The Energy Coalition, Verdani Partners, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and the Buildings Action Coalition, SBC Americas brings together building owners, service providers, utilities, city officials, researchers, NGOs, and trade groups to break down silos and drive systems-level change. Learn More About Vibe