International Sustainability Academy

What International Sustainability Academy does

International Sustainability Academy (ISA), founded in 2018 in Kyiv, Ukraine, is an educational and expert platform delivering modular programs in sustainable development, ESG, non-financial reporting (GRI, CSRD, ESRS), and EU regulatory compliance for corporate, financial, and public-sector audiences. Its core product is a catalog of approximately twelve named courses — ranging from €100 introductory ESG-for-banking modules to €700 advanced GRI certification and ESRS implementation programs — delivered through the third-party SendPulse Edu online learning platform and supplemented by customized corporate team training priced by inquiry. A portion of its programming (SME-Rise, Ticket to EU) is offered free to participants via donor funding from the EBRD, EFSE, the EU, and Switzerland, which functions as both a market-development channel and a quasi-grant revenue stream.

ISA operates a B2B/B2B-B2C GTM combining direct consultation-driven sales for corporate programs, self-serve online enrollment for individual courses, event-driven demand generation through the International Sustainability Forum, and channel partnerships for funded programs. The business model is therefore a mix of one-time course fees (€100–€700), multi-year corporate contracts (quote-based), and donor-subsidized free programming. Production rests on a network of 70 international experts drawn from the EU, UK, USA, and Ukraine, and the academy is closely affiliated with the Association of Sustainability Experts (ASDE), the Ukrainian Sustainable Finance Alliance (USFA), DTEK Academy, EBRD, EFSE, IFC, and the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL), whose methodology underpins the flagship ESG: Sustainability Leadership Program.

Name

International Sustainability Academy

Legal name

International Sustainability Academy

Website

https://isacademy.com.ua

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

International Sustainability Academy is a Kyiv-based educational platform delivering modular ESG, non-financial reporting, and EU compliance courses to enterprises, banks, agricultural producers, and public-sector organizations in Ukraine and partner markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Sustainability and ESG Education

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Sustainability, ESG & Climate Finance Risk (EDABAJAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

Finance, Banking & Capital Markets (EDAAAPAG), Sustainability, Energy & Environmental (ESG/LEED) Certifications (EDAAANAO), Finance, Accounting & Procurement Training (EDAGANAG)

Keywords

• ESG education
• Sustainability training
• Non-financial reporting
• Corporate sustainability
• Sustainable finance

Headquarters

HQ city

Kyiv

HQ country

Ukraine

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Course Fees: Revenue generated from individual professional development courses in sustainable development, ESG, non-financial reporting, and EU compliance. Courses range from €100 to €700 depending on depth and specialization.
2. Corporate Training Programs: Customized educational programs for organizations adapted to specific challenges, industry, and team preparation level. Programs are designed for business, financial institutions, and public sector with pricing by inquiry.
3. Supported/Funded Programs: Some programs such as SME-Rise and Ticket to EU are funded by international organizations (EFSE, EBRD) and provided free of charge to participants, supported by EU and Swiss funding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

International Sustainability Academy delivers professional education programs in sustainable development, ESG integration, non-financial reporting (GRI, ESRS, CSRD), carbon accounting, and sustainable finance. It sells individual online courses priced from €100–€700 and customized corporate training programs adapted to industry and organizational needs. The academy operates as the educational arm of the Association of Sustainability Experts (ASDE) and works with 70 international experts from the EU, UK, USA, and Ukraine.

Product overview

International Sustainability Academy operates as an educational and expert platform offering modular programs for professional ESG work, non-financial reporting, and EU compliance. The core product portfolio includes 12 named courses covering topics from ESG fundamentals for banks, carbon accounting, GRI and CSRD/ESRS reporting standards, to advanced sustainability leadership programs. Programs are delivered through the SendPulse Edu online platform. The academy also offers corporate training as a customized add-on service, and supplementary tools including an interactive ESG readiness quiz. Programs are taught in Ukrainian with materials and lectures, and some courses are offered free through EU and EBRD funding partnerships.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ESRS Implementation Training Program (Навчальна програма для компаній з впровадження ESRS) Program for enterprises preparing for reporting under ESRS standards, mastering CSRD/ESRS requirements, managing environmental and social aspects, and integrating ESG principles into business processes.
• GRI Non-Financial Reporting Certification Course (Сертифікований курс з нефінансової звітності за GRI стандартами) Course explaining the application of GRI standards for non-financial reporting preparation. Participants learn how to organize reporting processes, correctly disclose impacts on ecology, economy, and social spheres, and work with stakeholder requirements. Priced at €700.
• CSRD: Implementation and Adaptation Course (CSRD: Впровадження та адаптація до нових вимог) Course helping participants deeply understand CSRD and implement it in business processes. Provides practical knowledge for adapting to new standards, meeting regulatory requirements, and demonstrating transparency in sustainable development.
• ESG Fundamentals for Banking Sector (Основи ESG для банківського сектору) Course for banking sector specialists explaining ESG principles basics and their importance for financial activities. Provides foundational knowledge about environmental, social, and governance factors' impact on strategy, operations, and bank reputation. Priced at €100.
• ESG Integration in Banking (Інтеграція ESG у банківську діяльність) Course for bank managers and specialists about integrating ESG principles into operations, strategies, and products. Focused on practical implementation tools and their impact on bank resilience and competitive advantage. Priced at €350.
• Building ESG Strategy for Banks (Побудова ESG-стратегії для банків) Course for top bank managers seeking to integrate ESG principles into business models. Provides practical tools and methodologies for developing and implementing an effective ESG strategy that enhances resilience, competitiveness, and long-term success. Priced at €500.
• Carbon Accounting and Emissions Management Course (Облік вуглецю та управління відповідальністю за викиди) Course focused on practical carbon emissions accounting and climate responsibility strategy development. Participants learn methodologies for calculating Scope 1, 2, 3 emissions, international standards, and approaches to monitoring and reducing carbon footprint. Priced at €115.
• Executive Courses on Sustainable Development and Sustainable Finance (Верхньорівневі курси з сталого розвитку та стійких фінансів) Course for executives and leaders to improve management skills according to sustainable development and sustainable finance principles. Covers strategic climate management, ESG systems integration, leadership development, and stakeholder engagement.
• Sustainable Finance Course (Стійкі фінанси) A 2-module beginner-level training providing foundational knowledge and tools for developing a company's sustainable development strategy considering ESG. Participants learn how to integrate initiatives into business models for improved capitalization, efficiency, reputation, and investor attraction. Priced at €150.
• ESG: Sustainability Leadership Program (with DTEK Academy) An 8-module comprehensive educational program for executives and specialists implementing sustainable development and ESG principles, developed with DTEK Academy using Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) methodology.
• SME-Rise: Strengthening SME Capacity for Responsible Markets (Посилення спроможності МСП для відповідальних ринків) A 4-module, 33-lesson practical online course for SMEs about understanding ESG requirements from banks, preparing for financing, and implementing sustainable development practices. Free of charge, funded by the European Union through EFSE.
• Ticket to EU: Free Practical Program for Agricultural Producers (Квиток до ЄС) A free 3-module practical program for agro-producers prepared by EBRD with Swiss funding in partnership with NIBULON and AV Group expert support, preparing participants for ESG requirements and traceability for the European market.
• Corporate Training Programs (Корпоративне навчання) Customized corporate training programs for businesses, financial institutions, and public sector, adapted to specific tasks, industry, and team preparation level. Programs are designed around real company challenges including non-financial reporting preparation and ESG implementation. Delivered in online, offline, or hybrid formats with quote-based pricing.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,000+ professionals from business, financial sector, and public sector trained
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Association of Sustainability Experts (ASDE)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023ASDE is the international professional community of sustainability and finance experts that founded ISA. ASDE organizes the International Sustainability Forum and conducts research on sustainable development. ISA serves as the educational platform of ASDE, implementing joint educational programs and projects. The organizations share leadership (Yana Konok is Executive Director of ASDE and Head of ISA).
• DTEK AcademyflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint development of the ESG: Sustainability Leadership Program using Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) methodology. This is a flagship program for executives and professionals implementing sustainable development principles, developed by ASDE experts together with DTEK Academy.
• NIBULONcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with NIBULON for the Ticket to EU program, implementing training for agricultural producers who are NIBULON suppliers, preparing them for ESG requirements and European market standards.
• AV GroupcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAV Group provides expert support for educational programs, particularly for the Ticket to EU program. Alina Sokolenko is founder of AV Group, and Ksenia Bahrii is CEO. AV Group has 10+ years of experience with EBRD, IFC, World Bank, FMO, and other MFIs.
• Ukrainian Sustainable Finance Alliance (USFA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoalition of financial institutions, research and academic organizations, innovative technology providers, and industry stakeholders working together to develop Ukraine's sustainable finance sector. Viktoria Mykhailo serves as Executive Director of USFA. Jointly organized the 2nd Ukrainian Youth Forum on Sustainable Development.
• Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL)flagshipTechnology or IntegrationESG: Sustainability Leadership Program is developed using CISL methodology, providing international certification and access to global sustainability leadership frameworks for Ukrainian business leaders.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• BSR (Business for Social Responsibility): BSR is a sustainable business consultancy running collaborative networks, training, and advisory on ESG strategy and reporting. Both organizations deliver practitioner-led sustainability training for corporate teams and operate industry working groups.
• GRI Academy: GRI Academy delivers training on GRI standards for non-financial reporting, directly overlapping with ISA's GRI certification course. Both serve sustainability and reporting professionals seeking recognized credentials on GRI-based disclosure.
• IEMA (Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment): IEMA provides sustainability and environmental management training, certifications, and continuing professional development. Its professional credentialing model and corporate training portfolio mirror ISA's B2B ESG upskilling approach.
• Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL): CISL is a globally recognized provider of executive sustainability leadership education and the methodology partner for ISA's flagship ESG: Sustainability Leadership Program. Both target corporate executives on sustainability strategy and implementation, with overlapping curricula on climate, finance, and leadership.
• EDHEC Climate Institute: EDHEC's Climate Institute offers executive education and research on sustainable finance and climate risk. It addresses the same financial-sector ESG training demand that ISA targets through its banking-oriented course portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Bureau Veritas (Training Services): Bureau Veritas delivers sustainability and ESG training and certification services to enterprises globally as part of a wider TIC (testing, inspection, certification) portfolio. It overlaps with ISA on corporate ESG upskilling but at much larger scale across multiple geographies.
• Workiva (Sustainability Training): Workiva provides a sustainability reporting platform combined with training and enablement for ESG teams. It competes for the same enterprise buyers as ISA's corporate non-financial reporting programs, though anchored in software rather than pure education.
• Lloyd's Register (Sustainability Services): Lloyd's Register delivers training, assurance, and advisory on sustainability, ESG, and energy transition topics to industrial and financial clients. Its corporate training portfolio overlaps with ISA's compliance-focused ESG programs.
• IFRS Foundation (ISSB/ISSA): The IFRS Foundation oversees ISSB sustainability disclosure standards and supports capacity-building/training on their application. While primarily a standards body, its training initiatives overlap directly with ISA's CSRD/ESRS-adjacent curriculum.

Regional players

• Edie: Edie is a UK-based sustainability media and training community offering resources, events, and learning content for sustainability professionals. It serves a similar B2B professional audience with ESG learning content, focused primarily on the UK market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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