Strategic Competency: Environmental and Social Performance Standard 1 (ESPS 1)

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How did you earn this badge?

To obtain this credential, the recipient must have:

• Completed the course Environmental and Social Performance Standard 1 (ESPS 1).
• Obtained the digital credential for the course and added it to their IDB Credentials Passport.
• Proposed to carry out one of the following types of action:
• Exploration of the applicability of ESPS 1 or the Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) in their context, identifying its relevance, opportunities, limitations, and conditions for its eventual application.
• Knowledge dissemination or training activities, covering the course topics and highlighting the principles and application of ESPS 1, the key elements of the Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) according to ESPS 1, and the importance and implementation of the ESMS.
• A proposal for the use, adoption, or adaptation of ESPS 1, or for the adjustment or implementation of an ESMS in their context, promoting or facilitating its use.
• A contextualized analysis of areas for improvement identified in their professional performance related to ESPS 1 and/or the ESMS, as well as actions to implement new practices learned in the course. The analysis may include, for example: identifying how the objectives and principles of the Environmental and Social Policy Framework (ESPF) guide a project in terms of environmental and social performance; detailing the knowledge required on ESPS 1–10 applied in a specific project.
• Design or adaptation of tools, creating or contributing to documentation (manuals, guides, etc.) that explain the foundations of ESPS 1 and/or the ESMS and/or that support the assessment or monitoring of ESPS 1 or ESMS implementation in their context, or that facilitate its use. The design or adaptation may involve, for instance, instruments intended for assessing and monitoring projects in their context, reflecting how the ESMS is applied and adjusted to project-specific needs.
• Application or implementation of concepts, methods, practices, tools of ESPS 1 or the ESMS in specific situations or projects within their context.

Why is it significant?

This badge is significant because it demonstrates that the recipient values the relevance and usefulness of the learning acquired in the course Environmental and Social Performance Standard 1 (ESPS 1) to improve their performance and generate an impact in their context, as well as for their professional development.

The commitment to applying what was learned after completing the course indicates that the recipient recognizes the value of the knowledge acquired for their professional activities and is dedicated to advancing along their trajectory of accomplishments. By integrating this knowledge into their daily practice, they contribute not only to their personal growth but also to the strengthening of environmental and social policies in their work environment.

Objectives

Develop a proposal to carry out an action using the learning acquired in the course Environmental and Social Performance Standard 1 (ESPS 1) in tasks related to inspection design, execution, and post‑inspection activities. This commitment means that the recipient of this badge has demonstrated the following objectives:

• Reflect on their own professional practice and identify areas for improvement.
• Identify short‑ and medium‑term specific actions to integrate the learnings from the course into their professional practice.
• Identify short and medium‑term specific actions to disseminate the learnings from the course within their context.

Evidence description

This credential is issued after verification and approval by a review team, based on the following evidence:

1. Responses to the questions included in the application form.
2. Description of a proposed action to be carried out incorporating the learnings from the course “Environmental and Social Performance Standard 1” into the recipient’s work activities, identifies areas for improvement, or disseminates the knowledge acquired.

3. The proposal specifies:

4. Type of proposed action (applicability exploration; outreach or training; proposal for use, adoption, or adaptation; design or adaptation of tools; contextualized analysis; application or implementation).

   • Action to be carried out.
   • Activities that will be conducted to achieve the action.
   • Estimated date of execution.

Estimated effort

The preparation of the evidence for the credential Strategic Competency: Environmental and Social Performance Standard 1 required approximately 1 hour of effort.

Badge type

Applied Learning Commitment badge