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Empowering Global Brands, Retailers & Supply Chain Partners to increase their sustainability knowledge

Discover online the latest sustainability trends and strategies that align with your business goals and guide you on your sustainability journey

Online Sustainability Fundamentals Course

 You can now enrol today, start your sustainability learning immediately, wherever you are in the world, learn any time, on any device and at your own pace 

Why have we taken the  Sustainability Fundamentals Course Online?

Demand from our global brands, retailers and supply chain partners, has meant we are now putting our successful in-house Sustainability Fundamentals Course online to their global teams & supply chain partners.

Unlike traditional sustainability programs that focus only on just the environment, our Sustainability Fundamentals Course is built on our day to day experience in delivering a business-focused approach tailored specifically to simplify sustainability.

Now, you can access expert guidance wherever you are in the world, at anytime, at your own pace and on any device — with practical tools designed to deliver real, measurable impact for your business.

Sustainability Fundamentals Online Course

With 12 modules and over 6 hours of content from Martin Kingdon, Chair and Sustainability Director, POPAI and Steve Lister, Head of Global Sustainability, POPAI, it covers everything from why sustainability matters and key legislation, to greenwashing, circular design, and end-of-life recycling.

You'll walk away with both a big-picture understanding and practical, industry-relevant insights.

Benefits of Sustainability Fundamentals Online Course
• 12 Expert Modules – Over 6 Hours of Powerful Sustainability Insights
Get up to speed with the latest thinking, trends, and tools across 12 dynamic modules.
• Learn Anytime, Anywhere – 100% Online & Mobile Friendly
Accessible from any desktop or mobile device—whenever it works for you.
• Flexible Learning – Progress at Your Own Pace
No deadlines, no pressure. Learn on your terms, at a speed that suits your schedule.
• Now LIVE – Practical, Real-World Sustainability Knowledge

Start learning instantly with ready-to-go modules packed with actionable insights
• Built for Busy Professionals – Sustainability Training That Fits Around You
Whether at home, work, or on the move—your sustainability journey is always within reach.

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Sustainability  Fundamentals 
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Learn practical strategies through 12 modules to help implement new sustainability processes successfully in your business, increase your knowledge & skills, enabling you to create a robust, long term sustainability strategy moving forward.

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Get expert advice and tailored solutions for integrating sustainability into your business. Our keynote speaking engagements & consulting services provide actionable insights to drive your sustainability goals & inspire your teams.

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POPAI UK & Ireland

All Online Sustainability Fundamentals Course delivered by 

Steve Lister

Head of Global Sustainability  

 

POPAI UK & Ireland are a progressive industry association, promoting best practice, dedicated to enhancing the total shopper experience. They publish research, organise conferences, industry awards, training seminars and best practice programmes to benefit our members who include retailers, brands, agencies and manufacturers. For more information: www.popai.co.uk

For over 20 years, I've been at the forefront of sustainability in the retail marketing activation sector. I've had the privilege of working with global brands, retailer partners and supply chain partners, helping them transform their practices and adopt more sustainable approaches.

My focus has been on all areas of retail print marketing, point of sale, display design, material selection, packaging and end of life recycling —areas where I believe I have made a significant difference.

POPAI UK & Ireland

All Online Sustainability Fundamentals Course Modules Delivered By

Steve Lister

Global Head Of Sustainability  

POPAI UK & Ireland are a progressive industry association, promoting best practice, dedicated to enhancing the total shopper experience. They publish research, organise conferences, industry awards, training seminars and best practice programmes to benefit our members who include retailers, brands, agencies and manufacturers. For more information: www.popai.co.uk

For over 20 years, I've been at the forefront of sustainability in the retail marketing activation sector. I've had the privilege of working with global brands, retailer partners and supply chain partners, helping them transform their practices and adopt more sustainable approaches.

My focus has been on all areas of retail print marketing, point of sale, display design, material selection, packaging and end of life recycling —areas where I believe I have made a significant difference.

 Recognition & Awards 

 

I'm proud to have been recognised as one of RETHINK Retail's Top 100 Retail Experts in 2024 and again in 2025. This recognition is a testament to the work I've done and the positive impact I’ve made.

I'm committed to continuing to drive change and inspire & educate client teams to embrace a more sustainable future in retail marketing.


âś“ RETHINK Retail - Top Retail Expert -Consultant 2024 & 2025

✓ RETHINK Retail - Top Retail Expert - Retail Influencer 2023 & 2024

✓ Retail Technology Innovation Hub - 'Top 50 Retail Technology Influencer 2023'

 

Steve Lister Recognition & Awards 

I'm proud to have been recognised as one of RETHINK Retail's Top 100 Retail Experts in 2024 and again in 2025.

This recognition is a testament to the work I've done and the positive impact I’ve made.

I'm committed to continuing to drive change and inspire & educate client teams to embrace a more sustainable future in retail marketing.

RETHINK Retail - Top 100 Retail Experts - 2024 & 2025

RETHINK Retail - Top Retail Expert - Retail Influencer 2023 & 2024

Retail Technology Innovation Hub - 'Top 50 Retail Technology Influencer 2023'

 

Martin Kingdon

Chair and Sustainability Director 

POPAI UK & Ireland

 

All Online Sustainability Fundamental Course Modules feature a Foreword by Martin.

Martin has been involved with the display industry for thirty years as a POPAI board member, Head of Insight, Sustainability director and Chair.

Responsible for Sustainability since 2019 he has defined POPAI’s offer including developing the Sustain® environmental design calculator now widely used in the UK and overseas. He re-launched the POPAI Sustainability Standard for corporate accreditation, set up the Sustainability council representing all sectors of the industry and has developed POPAI’s sustainability upskilling programme.

He has spoken extensively around the world on many aspects of the display industry, sustainability and shopper insight.

 

Martin Kingdon 

Chair & Sustainability Director

POPAI UK & Ireland 

All Online Sustainability Fundamental Course Modules feature a Foreword by Martin.

Martin has been involved with the display industry for thirty years as a POPAI board member, Head of Insight, Sustainability director and Chair.

Responsible for Sustainability since 2019 he has defined POPAI’s offer including developing the Sustain® environmental design calculator now widely used in the UK and overseas. He re-launched the POPAI Sustainability Standard for corporate accreditation, set up the Sustainability council representing all sectors of the industry and has developed POPAI’s sustainability upskilling programme.

He has spoken extensively around the world on many aspects of the display industry, sustainability and shopper insight.

 

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