This interactive course bridges the gap between sustainability ambition and financial performance, helping delegates turn sustainability into a driver of bankability and long-term value.

About the course

Sustainability is increasingly central to securing financial close, attracting investment and delivering long-term value in infrastructure projects. This interactive course explores how sustainability influences bankability, cost of capital and investor decision-making.

Using real-world case studies and practical exercises, participants will learn to assess opportunities and manage risks from both equity and debt perspectives, while navigating ESG frameworks, investor expectations and sustainable finance solutions. The course equips participants to deliver financially robust projects aligned with evolving market and regulatory demands.

What you will learn

• Understand how sustainability affects bankability, cost of capital, investor decisions, and long-term asset value.
• Identify and manage the risks that delay projects or prevent financial close, especially in complex and emerging markets.
• Apply practical tools to structure and assess projects from both equity and debt perspectives, with a clear focus on value creation.
• Navigate investor expectations, regulatory requirements, and ESG frameworks with greater clarity and confidence.
• Structure and evaluate sustainable finance solutions, including green bonds, sustainability linked loans, and KPI driven covenants.
• Strengthen governance, reporting, and approaches to avoid greenwashing and protect long term financial and reputational value.

Who should attend

• Project developers and sponsors responsible for delivering infrastructure projects.

• Investment professionals, lenders, and advisors seeking to better assess risk, allocate capital, and link sustainability to returns.

• Asset managers and portfolio managers overseeing infrastructure investments and looking to link sustainability with portfolio performance and long term value.

• Mid-level professionals looking to build practical, commercially focused expertise in sustainability and financial outcomes.

Meet the specialist leading your online programme

Open trainer profiles

Christopher Reeves

Consultant

Excellent format and content – highly recommend for anyone who wants to develop their knowledge on sustainable infrastructure.

Sustainable Infrastructure delegate, 2026

Trusted by professionals from

FAQs

Do I need prior sustainability or ESG experience to join this course?
No specialised ESG background is required. The course is designed for professionals with experience in infrastructure, energy, finance, or asset management who want to practically integrate sustainability, risk, and resilience into project and investment decisions.

How practical is the course, and will I learn tools I can apply immediately?
The course focuses on practical frameworks, assessment tools, and real‑world examples, including how to evaluate sustainability risks, identify value‑creation opportunities, understand investor expectations, and avoid greenwashing. The aim is to equip you with skills you can apply directly in your role.

Will I receive course materials?
Participants receive digital materials, including slides, tools, and reference documents to support ongoing application after the course.

Course fees

• IPFA Member / Public Sector rate: £750 + VAT / €855 / $985 USD
• Non-Member rate: £900 + VAT / €1,025 / $1,180 USD
• Earlybird pricing may be offered subject to dates and availability
• Discounts are available for group bookings

In-House
• Explore cost-effective options with our Learning Team

Excellent trainer, combining deep expertise with real-world experience to explain complex concepts clearly.

Sustainable Infrastructure delegate, 2026

Questions? Our Learning team is here to help

Ask a question

Daisy Brooker

Chief Executive, IPFA


Follow IPFA Learning for course updates,
training insights and the latest L&D news.

Other courses you may be interested in

Go to Learning homepage