Post Graduate Diploma/Executive Diploma in Climate Change Technology (PGDCCT/EDCCT)

The accelerating pace of climate change poses one of the most profound challenges of our time — threatening ecosystems, economies, and communities across the globe. Addressing this complex, multidimensional crisis requires more than just awareness; it demands deep interdisciplinary knowledge, technological innovation, and systems-level thinking.

The Postgraduate/Executive Diploma in Climate Change Technology has been carefully curated to equip learners with the knowledge, tools, and applied skills necessary to navigate — and lead — in this evolving global landscape. Bridging climate science with cutting-edge technology, this program is designed for professionals, researchers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs aiming to make a tangible impact on sustainability and resilience.

This comprehensive curriculum:

• Explores the scientific foundations of climate systems and anthropogenic influences.
• Investigates decarbonization strategies, clean energy innovations, and digital climate tools.
• Integrates global and national policy frameworks with emerging climate adaptation and mitigation technologies.
• Develops critical competencies in data analytics, geospatial monitoring, and environmental management systems.
• Encourages ethical, justice-based perspectives in climate-tech deployment through deep engagement with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Programme Structure

Module 1: Foundations of Climate Systems and Technology

• Overview of Earth’s climate systems, feedback loops
• Historical trends and IPCC assessments
• Introduction to climate technologies and global innovation trends
• Causes and scientific basis of anthropogenic climate change

Module 2: Sustainable Development Goals and Climate Linkages

• Evolution and progression of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• Gender and climate change: women's vulnerability and leadership
• Systems thinking in climate-smart development

Module 3: Energy Systems and Decarbonization Technologies

• Fossil fuel lifecycle
• Non-fossil energy: Solar, wind, hydro, nuclear technologies
• Smart grids, EV infrastructure, battery storage systems
• Corporate decarbonization strategies and Net Zero planning

Module 4: Digital Climate Assessment Tools

• GIS & Remote Sensing for climate monitoring
• Climate modelling and Forecasting: GCMs, RCMs, RCPs and SSPs

Module 5: Environmental Monitoring Climate Parameters

• Introduction Air, Water and Noise Quality Management
• Monitoring, reporting and verifications (MRV) techniques for air, water, noise
• IoT sensors, drones, and real-time monitoring networks
• Reporting frameworks under IPCC, UNFCCC, ISO standards, and CPCB

Module 6: Environmental Geosciences for Climate Technology

• Understanding the hydrological systems
• Meteorology and weather pattern analysis
• Satellite-based remote meteorological monitoring

Module 7: Climate Adaptation Technologies

• Climate-smart agriculture tools (IoT, sensors, drones)
• Nature-based Solutions (NbS) and biodiversity-based tools
• Urban heat island mitigation, green infrastructure
• Tech-enabled Climate Smart Cities Assessment Framework

Module 8: Mitigation Frameworks and Carbon Management

• GHG Protocol and emission inventories
• Carbon markets: trading, offsets, and verification (UNREDD+, VERRA, Gold Standards)
• Low-carbon technologies and pathways for green transition
• Industrial carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS)

Module 9: Disaster Tech and Risk Reduction

• Predictive analytics for early warning systems
• Community-Based DRR using mobile and cloud platforms
• Tech-based vulnerability mapping and risk assessment
• Compliance with Disaster Management Act

Module 10: Environmental Law and Policy

• Global climate agreements (UNFCCC, Paris Agreement, COP outcomes)
• Technology Transfer and Intellectual Property Rights
• National policies: India’s NAPCC, ClimateTech startups and funding
• Ethical implications and justice-based deployment of tech (Just-transition)

Module 11: Environmental Management Systems and Standards

• EMS (ISO 14001) and audit mechanisms
• Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

Module 12: Research Methodology and Statistical Computing

• Mixed methods in climate research
• Quantitative data analysis (regression, ANOVA, time series)
• Data visualization and dashboards
• Overview of Python/R/Excel for statistical modelling

Module 13: Green Finance

• Green bonds, carbon markets, climate finance
• Blended finance and impact investing
• ESG ratings and risk metrics
• Scenario planning and portfolio design

Module 14: Industry-Focused Case Studies and Sectoral Innovations

Module 15: Capstone Project

Eligibility

Graduates in any discipline are eligible for our Post Graduate Diploma, Executive Diploma and Professional Certifications Programmes. 10+2 pass-outs are eligible for our Under Graduate Diploma and Diploma holders of two to three years course duration are also eligible for the PG Diploma.

Programme Duration

The minimum duration to complete the PG diploma programme is 12 months and maximum is 24 months. The minimum duration to complete the executive diploma programme is 6 months and maximum is 12 months.

Programme Mode

Registrations are currently open for regular and Part-time (Online Live Classes) both modes.

Programme Deliverables

A comprehensive study material for all the modules in hard copies ensuring the needs of the audience. The accompanying training material is appropriately aligned with the current Industry’s expectations.

• Interactive or online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants
• Online Live Classes/Part-time for all the modules will be conducted on the weekends. Moreover, a doubt clearing session will also be scheduled before the examination
• All the efforts are made by IGMPI faculty members to make the entire programme modules easily understandable
• Assessment and evaluation for all the programme modules in order to enhance the levels of competencies and skills of the participants leading towards the objective of application in the job
• At the end of each programme modules, the trainers shall obtain feedback from the participants using specially designed questionnaires
• All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English

Examination and Certification

All the participants are obliged to timely submit completed assessment assignments (during the programme, usually after every module) and appear for an online proctored exam at the end of the programme. After successful completion, the participants will be awarded Post Graduate Diploma/ Executive Diploma in Climate Change Technology by Centre for Environmental Health and Safety, IGMPI. For all the above-mentioned modules elaborate programme material, self-assessment assignments and project work details would be provided by the Institute from time to time. Details get updated on the webpage as well.

Discipline in Classes and Examination

Every student is required to observe a disciplined behaviour during her/his classes, assessments & examinations and to follow instructions from the Professors. Any act of indiscipline may result into discredit & it will be mentioned in her/his academic report.

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

For the Post Graduate Diploma and Undergraduate Diploma Programmes, we will provide placement assistance after the completion of the programme. The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing placement assistance to its students. The robust placement cell comprises senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing, interview skills & conducting mock interviews etc.

In recent months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working with global healthcare like , Jhpiego, SELCO Foundation, TATA Foundation, Samarthan NGO, PSI, UNICEF, WHO, HCL Foundation, IPE Global, Optum, PATH, AIIMS, Action against Hunger, Ekta Shakti Foundation, Seva Foundation, India HIV-AIDS Alliance, HLFPPT, Deepak Foundation, Novartis, LalPath Labs Ltd., Fortis Healthcare Ltd., HealthCare Global Enterprises Ltd., Indraprastha Medical Corporation Ltd., Narayana Hrudayalaya Ltd., Piramal Enterprises Ltd., Wockhardt Ltd., Cactus Communications, Public Health Foundations of India, Cytel, Religare Health Insurance Company Ltd., Deloitte, DuPont Sustainable Solutions, Bain & Company, Alvarez & Marsal, McKinsey & Company, etc. The IGMPI’s Corporate Resource Division actively recommends our students and training participants for various job requirements and specialized roles to Human Resource, Talent Acquisition as well as the heads of various departments in Pharmaceutical, Healthcare industries on regular basis.

Future career prospects

This program offers a strong foundation for professionals seeking to engage with the growing intersections of climate science, technology, and sustainable development. Graduates will be well-positioned for roles in policy advisory, sustainability strategy, climate-tech innovation, and environmental research across both public and private sectors. The course also opens avenues for collaboration with leading Indian think tanks such as the Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), and the Centre for Policy Research (CPR)—organizations known for their contributions to climate policy, environmental governance, and systems innovation. As climate challenges continue to shape development priorities, the demand for interdisciplinary expertise in this domain is expected to steadily grow.

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Last date for submitting completed Application Form: 10^th Aug 2026.

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