RSB Academy Programme
In a rapidly evolving field, there is a critical need for continuous learning and skills development to drive the sustainable transition to a bio-based and circular economy.
The RSB Academy Programme meets this need.
As a strategic approach to capacity building for the sustainable bioeconomy, the RSB Academy Programme provides accessible, high-quality educational content that empowers individuals and organisations to drive positive sector transformation to a sustainable bioeconomy.
Why capacity building?
The bioeconomy is dynamic, complex and ever-changing. Without continuous learning and skills development, professionals risk falling behind in adopting best practices, innovations, and regulatory compliance.
By providing accessible, high-quality education content that empowers individuals and organisations, the RSB Academy Programme plays a pivotal role in fostering a responsible bioeconomy that balances economic growth with environmental and social responsibility.
The RSB Academy Programme offers blended learning opportunities through virtual and in-person courses focusing on the practical skills needed to build a just and sustainable bioeconomy, which are essential for fostering a deeper understanding of sustainable practices and promoting informed decision-making.
Your learning journey starts here.
What we offer:
- E-learning platform for self-paced online learning
- Tailored virtual and in-person trainings for companies and organisations wishing to upskill their teams
- Capacity-building philanthropic partnerships in emerging and developing markets to promote skills and job creation in the green economy
Technical areas:
- Sustainability certification for the bio-based and circular economy (EU RED, ICAO CORSIA)
- GHG lifecycle assessments and methodologies
- Chain of Custody (mass balance, co-processing, book and claim)
- Feedstock sustainability
- Sustainable aviation fuels
- Direct and indirect land use change
- And more
Get in touch for a tailored learning journey.
Explore our e-learning platform
RSB’s e-learning platform is an important part of the RSB Academy Programme.
Our courses provide authentic learning journeys that focus on direct experiences and reflection, where you actively engage in problem-solving projects and apply your knowledge to real-life sustainability challenges, promoting critical thinking and skills development.
These courses create powerful learning experiences that connect theory to practice, allowing you to apply and transfer what you have learnt to the sustainability challenges that you and your organisation are currently facing. This is not just any kind of education – this is capacity building for a sustainable bioeconomy!
Take a look at the featured courses below.
RSB Principles & Criteria
This eLearning course provides you with a comprehensive introduction to the RSB Principles & Criteria, a globally recognised framework for promoting sustainable biofuels and bioproducts.
Chain of Custody (mass balance, and book and claim)
The Chain of Custody (mass balance, book and claim) course supports you and your organisation in understanding mass balance and book and claim Chain of Custody and use the RSB Book and Claim System.
RSB Global Fuels Certification
Get an overview of the RSB Global Fuels Certification, its applicability and sustainability requirements for different types of advanced fuels. You will also learn how to make credible claims on RSB Global Fuels Certification.
RSB Greenhouse Gas Methodology
The RSB Greenhouse Gas Methodology course reviews the methodology for the calculation of the lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions of biofuel production in the RSB certification scheme.
Ready to start your learning journey?
Explore the courses on RSB Academy's e-learning platform
For Individuals
Master technical sustainability skills. Advance your knowledge. Achieve your professional goals.
- Explore comprehensive foundational and technical sustainability courses via a diverse range of learning methodologies, such as e-learning, blended learning and in-person training.
- Apply practical learning experiences through the tools and templates made available to all learners.
- Navigate through guided and self-directed learning pathways on the RSB Academy learning platform, featuring problem-based assignments, case studies, and real-life branching scenarios.
For RSB Member Organisations
1 free license for all members, with a 50% discount for all additional licences, except for:
- Members in the $20,000 and $30,000-a-year band fee, who receive 3 free licenses
- Chambers 3, 4 and academia from chamber 5, who receive free licenses
Discounts and free licenses are available only to RSB members. Their partner organisations who are not RSB members are not eligible for discounts and free licenses.
For Teams & Enterprises
Empower your team. Advance your sustainability goals.
Unlock the full potential of your team with the RSB Academy Programme — a powerful learning journey designed to build capacity, boost performance, and accelerate your path to a sustainable future.
Why choose RSB Academy?
We don’t just train — we transform. Our training interventions equip your team with the knowledge, tools, and real-world support they need to lead in the bio-based and circular economy.
What we offer:
- Targeted capacity building for a sustainable bioeconomy
- Deep technical expertise from global sustainability leaders
- Blended learning solutions – combining in-person training, webinars, and self-paced e-learning
- Customised tools & templates for on-the-job performance
- Regional and landscape-level capacity development to drive systemic impact
Partner with us
Whether you’re a stakeholder from industry or academia, let’s collaborate on capacity building for a sustainable bioeconomy.
- For industry, collaborating with RSB Academy ensures access to the latest knowledge, best practices, and certification standards, enabling companies to enhance their sustainability credentials and meet the growing demand for environmentally responsible products.
- For academia, partnering with RSB Academy offers opportunities to apply research in real-world contexts, drive innovation in sustainable practices, and contribute to shaping global sustainability standards.
Together, these partnerships can accelerate the development of a more sustainable bioeconomy, foster innovation, and build a skilled workforce equipped to tackle the environmental challenges of the future.
Contact the RSB Academy
Interested in collaborating on capacity building for a sustainable bioeconomy? Let us know! Reach out to partner with the RSB Academy.
Terms & Conditions
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