Executive Development Programme in Water-Focused Retail Efficiency

• Water Management in Retail: An overview of water management in the retail industry, focusing on the importance of water-efficient practices and technologies. This unit will introduce the concept of water-focused retail efficiency and its impact on business sustainability. • Water Audit and Benchmarking: This unit will cover the process of conducting water audits in retail establishments, identifying areas of water wastage, and implementing water-saving measures. Participants will also learn about benchmarking best practices in water efficiency and performance metrics. • Water-Efficient Technologies and Solutions: Participants will explore the latest water-efficient technologies and solutions available for retail establishments, such as low-flow fixtures, water recycling systems, and rainwater harvesting. This unit will also cover the cost-benefit analysis of implementing these technologies. • Water Conservation Policies and Regulations: An overview of water conservation policies and regulations affecting the retail industry, both domestically and internationally. This unit will help participants understand the legal and regulatory landscape of water conservation and how it impacts their business operations. • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: Effective communication strategies for engaging stakeholders, including employees, customers, and investors, in water conservation efforts. This unit will cover best practices in stakeholder engagement, communication planning, and messaging. • Water Stewardship and Corporate Social Responsibility: This unit will explore the role of water stewardship in corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainable business practices. Participants will learn about the business case for water stewardship and how to integrate water conservation into their CSR strategy. • Supply Chain Management and Water Efficiency: Participants will learn about the importance of water efficiency in supply chain management and how to collaborate with suppliers to reduce water usage and waste. This unit will cover supply chain sustainability, supplier selection criteria, and performance metrics.