This half-day training course will provide you with insight into how to approach the environmental objectives of ‘Climate change adaptation’ and ‘Pollution prevention and control’. Using examples, we will explain the respective requirements and frameworks and show you what evidence you need to provide.
This course is held in German.
The Subject Know-How – EU Taxonomy: Handling Selected Environmental Objectivescourse is part of DGNB-Examined Expert on EU Taxonomy training, although it can also be booked separately (even without admission restrictions) as a staff training course for any interested parties.
The DGNB-Examined Expert on EU Taxonomy training course spans three modules (Subject Know-How – EU Taxonomy: Fundamentals on Climate Policy and Risks in the Real Estate Sector, Subject Know-How – EU Taxonomy: ESG-Compliant Real Estate and Subject Know-How – EU Taxonomy: Handling Selected Environmental Objectives) and, after successful completion of the exam, qualifies participants to submit projects for ESG Verification for the EU Taxonomy.
Event details
- Property owners
- Property managers
- Building operators
- Asset managers
- Real estate specialists
- Project developers
- Entities subject to the EU taxonomy with building-related activities
- Sustainability officers
- Architects
- Energy consultants
- Specialist planners
- Sustainability consultants
- Professionals with a DGNB qualification who wish to supervise or submit projects for ESG Verification for the EU Taxonomy
Contents relating to the environmental objective ‘Climate change adaptation’:
- Introduction to the environmental objective ‘Climate change adaptation’
- Characteristics of a sound climate risk analysis for buildings
- Information on the practical application of climate risk analysis and DGNB work aids (using adaptation solutions as an example)
Contents relating to the environmental objective ‘Pollution prevention and control’:
- Introduction to the environmental objective ‘Pollution prevention and control’
- Definition and explanation of pollutants and emissions
- Explanation of documentation and evidence submission for the environmental objective ‘Pollution prevention and control’
- Practical example using DGNB tools and the DGNB System Software
*Please note that practically carrying out a climate risk analysis is not part of the training content.
- You know where to find relevant and up-to-date information on the environmental objectives of the EU taxonomy
Learning objectives and skills taught in relation to the environmental objective ‘Climate change adaptation’:
- You will understand the process of climate-related hazard and risk analysis
- You will be able to recognise sound climate risk analyses and identify the key aspects they must include
- You will be familiar with practical approaches for developing adaptation solutions
Learning objectives and skills taught in relation to the environmental objective ‘Pollution prevention and control’:
- You understand the requirements for the environmental objective ‘Pollution prevention and control’ and what must be considered when providing evidence
- You are familiar with the definitions of pollutants and emissions
After you have completed the two modules Subject Know-How – EU Taxonomy: ESG-Compliant Real Estate and Subject Know-How – EU Taxonomy: Handling Selected Environmental Objectives), you have the option of taking a 30-minute exam to acquire the DGNB-Examined Expert on EU Taxonomy title. Attendance at the Subject Know-How module 'EU Taxonomy: Fundamentals of Climate Policy and Risks in the Real Estate Industry' is optional. However, the training course content is covered in the exam. Depending on your learning style and prior knowledge, self-study preparation typically takes 15 to 20 hours.
The 30-minute exam consists of a total of 27 questions and is taken online. The questions are multiple choice. A score of at least 70 percent is required to pass the exam.
Participation in the exam is not compulsory if you are already a certified DGNB Consultant or DGNB Auditor.
Admission requirements: The exam can only be taken after attending the above-mentioned modules on EU taxonomy. You must take the exam no later than 24 months after participating in these modules.
Duration
30 min. on one exam day
Event location
online
Price
€110 for DGNB members/members of a cooperating training institution1/people working for a local authority, a local government body or a municipal enterprise2
€160 für DGNB non-members
All fees are subject to the statutory VAT.
1 When booking, please enclose valid evidence of membership of a cooperating training institution.
2 These terms and conditions apply to local authorities in Germany. If you wish to make use of them, please confirm your eligibility during registration. For more information, see the landing page.
The reduced fees apply according to the DGNB fee schedule for all ordinary members and group members of the DGNB and their employees.
Please note: As the training and exam are in German, please switch to German language settings to make a booking.
Duration
1 seminar day (2 x 90 min.)
Event location
online
Price
€150 for DGNB members/members of a cooperating training institution1/people working for a local authority, a local government body or a municipal enterprise2
€195 für DGNB non-members
All fees are subject to the statutory VAT.
1 When booking, please enclose valid evidence of membership of a cooperating training institution.
2 These terms and conditions apply to local authorities in Germany. If you wish to make use of them, please confirm your eligibility during registration. For more information, see the anding page..
The reduced fees apply according to the DGNB fee schedule for all ordinary members and group members of the DGNB and their employees.
Groups (10 participants or more)
For group bookings of 10 people or more, please contact us by writing to academy@dgnb.de.
It is not necessary to fulfil any admission requirements.
If you decide to take the DGNB-Examined Expert on EU Taxonomy training course, you will need to provide evidence. You can find out more here.
The event will take place online via Zoom. You can conveniently log in with the dial-in link via the browser (no need to download the Zoom app) or the Zoom app. You can participate via desktop PC, laptop, tablet or smartphone.
We recommend using a PC or laptop with a camera, loudspeaker and microphone (alternatively: headset with microphone) as well as a stable internet connection. If you have problems with the audio quality, you can also dial in via a telephone.
You will receive your dial-in data two to three workdays in advance.
This event has been submitted to the Deutsche Energie-Agentur (dena) – the German Energy Agency – and the Baden-Württemberg Chamber of Architects for recognition as continuing professional development (CPD). Submission for recognition by the Chamber of Architects of North Rhine-Westphalia is possible upon request up to two weeks before the start of the training.
Next dates and registration
Please note: as training is held in German, please switch to German language settings to make a booking.