An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Global Environmental Law and Governance
Challenges and Practical Solutions
Course Overview
This GLOMACS training course is designed to provide in-depth coverage of topical issues in global environmental law and governance. It is of interest to professionals interested in the field, particularly those with environmental management and regulation roles. The training commences by examining the nature and sources of global environmental law and focuses on the multi-layered nature of the subject. To this end, it looks at the relationship between domestic, European, and international environmental law. In this respect, an important issue over the next few years is likely to be the complications arising from ‘BREXIT.’ The training also considers the general approaches to global environmental law and governance policy and identifies overarching principles and broad themes. Having ‘set the scene’, the training course then examines how environmental law deals with a number of the most pressing issues facing society today and looks at several substantive areas as ‘case studies’. This approach means some flexibility in the substantive areas covered, and it may change from time to time. However, there are likely to be some constants, not least of which is climate change and the role of COP26.
The aim of this Global Environmental Law and Governance training course is to demonstrate the role played by law in tackling some of the most pressing global environmental issues of our age. It uses a case study approach to introduce a number of recurrent themes in environmental law. These include the need to achieve sustainable economic development and the difficulties of translating scientific concepts into legally enforceable standards. The course requires participants to develop an independent approach to learning and intellectual curiosity.
Training Outline
DAY 1: An Introduction to Global Environmental Law & Governance and Sustainable Development
- An introduction to the history of global environmental law
- Primary sources of global environmental law
- Fundamental principles of global environmental law
- Relationship with other policy areas
- Sustainable Development
- Evaluate the current issues
DAY 2: Atmospheric Pollution and the Environment
- Introduction to atmospheric pollution and the scale of the issue at a global level
- Evaluate the selection of domestic laws on localized pollution
- Smoke
- Industrial Pollution
- Environmental Permitting
- Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control
- Industrial Emissions Directive and trans-boundary pollution such as acidification
- Water: Key Legislation and Regulatory Techniques
- Land and Waste: The problem of land contamination and the problem of landfill
- Analysis of regulatory techniques including landfill tax
DAY 3: Climate Change and the Environment
- Introduction to Climate change and the scale of the crisis
- Oil and Gas Industry vs Climate Change
- UN COP26: Its Objectives and Implications
- The Law, Markets, and Technology as conceptual themes for the regulation of climate change
- International Commitments
- Emissions Trading
- Energy Conservation
- Carbon Capture and Emerging Challenges such as Geoengineering
DAY 4: Nature Conservation and Animals
- Exploring the problem of widespread declines in species of animals
- Understanding international law surrounding conservation and biodiversity
- Understanding notions of ‘consumptive use’ of animals and whether trophy hunting can be considered a technique of conservation
- Understanding different possible environmental approaches towards animals and how that impacts conservation
- Evaluating which approaches are preferable
DAY 5: Water and the Environment
- International and Regional Consideration
- EU Water Directives – Underlying Approaches
- Key aims of the EU Water Framework Directive
- The Directive’s ‘non-deterioration’ principle?
- WFD and Flow
- Drought Guidance
- Drought Permits and Orders
- Emergency Drought Orders
- Flooding – Institutional Responsibilities
- Sustainable Development
- Water Pollution
- The Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016 (2016 No. 1154)
- EPR Definitions
- EPR Meaning of “Water Discharge Activity”
- EPR Offences
- EPR Defences
Certificates
- On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
- Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) : In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
Accreditation
GLOMACS is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. NASBA have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org.
All Training Seminars delivered by GLOMACS by default are eligible for CPE Credit.
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About Saudi Glomacs
At Saudi GLOMACS, we specialize in delivering world-class training courses in Saudi Arabia and across various international locations. Our training courses are tailored to meet the unique demands of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program, focusing on empowering Saudi citizens and enhancing workforce skills. We offer diverse courses spanning leadership, management, engineering, and technical disciplines to cultivate expertise and drive professional growth. Our flexible learning options—whether in-person, online, or in-house—ensure accessibility and convenience for individuals and organizations alike.
With over 30+ years of experience through the GLOMACS global network, we are committed to delivering innovative, results-driven training solutions. Our expert instructors combine industry knowledge with dynamic teaching methods, fostering practical skill development and long-term career success. By choosing Saudi GLOMACS, you're investing in personal excellence and contributing to the Kingdom’s sustainable economic growth and vision-driven transformation.
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