Crunching Net Zero Data with David Carlin: Turning Numbers into Climate Action

07/11/2024

In the race to combat climate change, data is our most powerful ally. The Crunching Net Zero Data Sprint from Santander Open Academy, led by climate finance expert David Carlin, is your guide to harnessing data for meaningful climate action.

With his extensive experience in sustainability and finance, David will show you how to track carbon, measure progress, and develop the green skills needed to thrive in the transition to net zero. Whether you’re a sustainability professional, a business leader, or simply passionate about creating a greener future, this Sprint equips you to lead with confidence in a rapidly changing world.

Why Data is Essential to Climate Progress

Achieving net zero isn’t just about setting goals—it’s about measuring progress, managing risks, and taking informed action. From carbon accounting to navigating imperfect data, this Sprint highlights how measurement and analysis drive real-world impact.

The Crunching the Net Zero Data Sprint provides a practical, hands-on approach to understanding how data underpins every aspect of sustainability, helping you lead the charge toward a greener future.

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What’s in it for You?

By joining this Sprint, you’ll master:

  • Climate and Sustainability Data Basics: Understand why measurement is foundational to climate progress.
  • Carbon Tracking for Net Zero: Learn how to measure emissions and use data to reduce them.
  • Decision-Making with Imperfect Data: Navigate uncertainty while driving impactful climate action.
  • Green Skills for Success: Identify critical competencies for the sustainability transition.
  • Communicating Net Zero Goals: Effectively share complex data and objectives with stakeholders.
  • Managing Climate Risks: Explore how data informs risk mitigation and resilience strategies.

This Sprint ensures you don’t just understand climate data—you know how to act on it.

Why David Carlin? Your Expert Guide to Climate Data

David Carlin is a globally recognised leader in sustainability and climate finance. As the creator of the UNEP FI’s Risk Programme, he has worked with over 100 financial institutions to address climate challenges and integrate sustainability into their strategies.

David’s expertise extends to research at the intersection of climate, nature, and finance. A senior associate at Cambridge’s Institute for Sustainability Leadership and an advisor to governments and organisations, he helps leaders integrate sustainability into their operations.

His deep understanding of climate data, combined with his ability to translate complex concepts into actionable insights, makes him the perfect guide for mastering net zero data.

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“I’m delighted to partner with Santander Open Academy to guide learners through the complexities of sustainability. This Sprint is about empowering people to harness data for meaningful climate action, equipping them with the skills to measure, mitigate, and lead the journey to net zero with confidence.

David Carlin

Lead the Net Zero Transition with Santander Open Academy

Climate action starts with understanding the numbers. The Crunching the Net Zero Data Sprint empowers you to measure, manage, and communicate effectively, ensuring your efforts are informed, impactful, and aligned with net zero goals.

Ready to Transform Data into Action?

Join David Carlin in the Crunching the Net Zero Data Sprint and learn how to leverage data to tackle climate challenges, reduce emissions, and create a sustainable future.


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