Training Course: Sustainability Facility Professional

Introduction

The Sustainability Facility Professional™ (SFP®) credential is an internationally recognized certification developed by IFMA (International Facility Management Association). It equips facility professionals with the knowledge and tools to implement sustainable practices in the built environment.
This intensive 5-day course is designed to help participants improve facility performance, reduce resource consumption, and align sustainability initiatives with organizational goals.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the role of sustainability in facility management.
• Evaluate and improve energy, water, and waste systems.
• Align sustainability strategies with organizational priorities.
• Develop sustainable policies and practices for long-term impact.
• Prepare for the official SFP® credential examination.
   

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Sustainability in Facility Management

• The business case for sustainability
• Triple bottom line approach
• Facility Manager’s role in sustainable operations
• Regulatory and compliance overview
• Sustainability trends in FM
   

Day 2: Managing Sustainable Facilities – Part I

• Energy management fundamentals
• HVAC and lighting efficiency
• Renewable energy options
• Energy benchmarking and audits
• Identifying operational improvements
   

Day 3: Managing Sustainable Facilities – Part II

• Water conservation strategies
• Indoor environmental quality (IEQ)
• Sustainable cleaning and maintenance
• Waste management and recycling programs
• Sustainable procurement and materials selection
   

Day 4: Implementing Sustainability Plans

• Conducting sustainability assessments
• Setting sustainability goals and KPIs
• Developing an action plan
• Budgeting and financial analysis
• Communicating sustainability initiatives
   

Day 5: Integration and Exam Preparation

• Integrating sustainability into FM practices
• Case studies and best practices
• Stakeholder engagement and change management
• SFP® exam preparation session
• Practice questions and mock exam
   

Why Attend This Course? (Gains & Losses)

• Earn a globally recognized sustainability credential
• Enhance your skills and credibility as a facility professional
• Reduce operating costs through sustainable practices
• Improve your organization’s reputation and regulatory compliance
• Contribute to a more sustainable future
   

Conclusion

Sustainability is no longer a trend — it is a necessity. Organizations across the globe are under growing pressure to minimize their environmental footprint, comply with ever-evolving regulations, and demonstrate social and economic responsibility. In this landscape, facility professionals are uniquely positioned to lead the transformation toward more efficient, resilient, and sustainable operations.

The Sustainability Facility Professional™ (SFP®) credential equips you not just with knowledge, but with actionable strategies to make meaningful change. Over the course of five comprehensive days, you will gain critical insights into energy and water conservation, waste reduction, sustainable procurement, and stakeholder engagement — all tailored to the facility management context.