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Exam Format
Specialization
Registration
$300 USD
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Validity
3 years
Pass any current CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE exam; Complete continuing education credits; Pass the recertification exam
700-240 Exam Topics and Domains
700-240 is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with Cisco Purpose Report, Cisco Refresh, Annual Sustainability Reports, Carbon Management Program, and more.
1
Sustainability efforts at Cisco
15%
Identify Cisco's commitments
Cisco's Environmental GoalsCorporate Commitments
- Understand Cisco's environmental commitments and timeline
- Identify key sustainability frameworks Cisco follows
- Recognize Cisco's emission reduction targets
Describe the Environmental Sustainability Specialization
Partner Specialization Requirements
- Understand the Environmental Sustainability Specialization program
- Identify requirements for partners
- Recognize business opportunities
2
Sustainability Overview
30%
Explain Cisco's sustainability story
Historical Evolution
- Understand Cisco's sustainability journey
- Identify key milestones and achievements
Define a circular economy
Circular Economy Principles
- Define circular economy concepts
- Differentiate linear from circular models
- Understand circularity principles
Define Cisco's circular economy strategy
Cisco Circular Design PrinciplesImplementation Strategy
- Understand Cisco's circular economy approach
- Identify specific circular design principles
- Recognize implementation strategies
Define ISO 14001 certification
ISO 14001:2015 StandardCisco's ISO 14001 Implementation
- Define ISO 14001:2015 standard
- Understand Environmental Management Systems
- Recognize Cisco's implementation approach
3
Importance of Sustainability
20%
Describe the importance of sustainability for the Earth
Environmental Impact
- Understand global environmental challenges
- Recognize technology's environmental impact
- Identify sustainability imperatives
Describe the importance of sustainability for Cisco
Business ValueStakeholder Expectations
- Understand business case for sustainability
- Identify stakeholder expectations
- Recognize strategic benefits
Describe the importance of sustainability for partners and customers
Partner BenefitsCustomer Value
- Understand partner sustainability benefits
- Recognize customer value drivers
- Identify market opportunities
4
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
30%
Describe sustainability goals
2025 Goals2030 Goals2040 Net Zero Goal
- Identify Cisco's sustainability goals by timeline
- Understand specific targets and metrics
- Recognize achievement progress
Describe the initiative for GHG emissions
Emissions Reduction StrategiesScope 3 Management
- Understand GHG emissions categories
- Identify reduction strategies
- Recognize progress metrics
Describe the initiative for supply chain excellence
Supplier RequirementsSupply Chain Programs
- Understand supply chain sustainability requirements
- Identify engagement programs
- Recognize measurement approaches
Describe the initiative for packaging
Packaging ReductionSustainable Materials
- Understand packaging sustainability initiatives
- Identify reduction achievements
- Recognize material innovations
5
Cisco Sustainability Programs
5%
Identify Cisco's sustainability programs
Program Overview
- Identify all Cisco sustainability programs
- Understand program objectives
- Recognize program benefits
Describe the Customer Recycling Solutions (CRS) program
CRS Program Details
- Understand CRS program features
- Identify process steps
- Recognize customer value
Describe the Takeback and Reuse program
Takeback Program Features
- Understand Takeback program operations
- Identify program benefits
- Recognize environmental impact
Describe the Refresh program
Cisco Refresh Features
- Understand Cisco Refresh program
- Identify quality standards
- Recognize value proposition
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 700-240 earns the Cisco Environmental Sustainability Specialization certification. It sits in the Business Architecture and Sustainability track.
Current Level Exams
700-242 - CESF (replacement)
Next Level Options
Alternative Paths
- 700-826 - SWCA - Cisco IoT Essentials for Account ManagersIoT sustainability and smart cities focus
- 700-150 - ICS - Introduction to Cisco SalesFoundation sales knowledge
- 820-605 - CSM - Customer Success ManagerCustomer sustainability engagement
- 700-846 - IOTAM - IoT Advantage for Account ManagersAdvanced IoT and sustainability
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-06-01
- Announcement date: 2024-11-01
Updates
- Carbon Management Platform 2.0 New reporting features likely in 700-242 • Release date: 2025-03-01
- Circular Design Toolkit 3.5 Updated design principles in exam content • Release date: 2025-02-15
- Sustainability Impact Dashboard 1.5 New metrics and KPIs for partners • Release date: 2025-01-20
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Sales professionals and Partner account managers.
- Basic understanding of environmental sustainability concepts
- Familiarity with Cisco products and services
- Knowledge of corporate sustainability practices
- Understanding of climate change and environmental challenges