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Exam Information
Official specifications published by GARP
Exam Format
240 min
90
Professional Certificate
Registration
525-750
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English
Validity
No expiration
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) strongly encouraged; No formal recertification requirement; GARP CPD program available for ongoing learning
SCR Exam Topics and Domains
SCR is organized into 10 weighted domains. Expect to work with CDP, ACR, Bank of England climate stress tests, California Cap-and-Trade, and more.
1
Foundations of Climate Change: What is Climate Change?
10%
Climate Science Fundamentals
Understanding Climate vs WeatherHistorical Climate Patterns
- Define climate change and distinguish it from weather patterns
- Explain the greenhouse effect and its role in climate regulation
- Identify key greenhouse gases and their sources
- Understand historical climate patterns and variability
Causes of Modern Climate Change
Anthropogenic Factors
- Identify anthropogenic sources of greenhouse gas emissions
- Understand the role of fossil fuels in climate change
- Recognize the impact of land use changes on climate
2
Sustainability
8%
Sustainability Frameworks and Principles
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)ESG Integration
- Understand core sustainability principles and frameworks
- Explain the relationship between SDGs and climate action
- Evaluate ESG factors in organizational contexts
- Apply sustainability frameworks to business strategy
Circular Economy and Resource Management
Circular Economy Principles
- Define circular economy concepts
- Understand resource management strategies
- Evaluate circular economy business models
3
Climate Change Risk
12%
Physical Climate Risks
Acute Physical RisksChronic Physical Risks
- Categorize physical climate risks (acute vs chronic)
- Assess organizational exposure to physical risks
- Understand geographical vulnerability patterns
- Quantify potential financial impacts of physical risks
Transition Risks
Policy and Legal RisksTechnology RisksMarket and Reputation Risks
- Define transition risk categories
- Assess policy and regulatory transition risks
- Evaluate technology disruption scenarios
- Understand market and reputational climate risks
Liability and Litigation Risks
Climate Litigation Trends
- Understand climate-related litigation trends
- Assess organizational liability exposure
- Evaluate legal frameworks for climate accountability
4
Sustainability and Climate Policy, Culture, and Governance
10%
International Climate Agreements and Frameworks
Paris AgreementUNFCCC and Other International Frameworks
- Understand key international climate agreements
- Explain the Paris Agreement framework and targets
- Evaluate national and subnational climate policies
- Assess policy implementation and effectiveness
Corporate Climate Governance
Board Oversight and StrategyClimate Culture and Change Management
- Understand corporate climate governance structures
- Evaluate board oversight of climate risks
- Design effective climate governance frameworks
- Build climate-aware organizational culture
Regulatory Frameworks and Disclosure Requirements
Climate Disclosure Standards
- Understand major climate disclosure frameworks
- Apply TCFD recommendations
- Navigate regulatory disclosure requirements
- Evaluate disclosure quality and completeness
5
Green and Sustainable Finance: Markets and Instruments
10%
Green Bonds and Sustainable Debt
Green Bond PrinciplesSustainability-Linked Bonds and Loans
- Understand green bond market structure and principles
- Evaluate green and sustainable debt instruments
- Assess use of proceeds and impact reporting
- Understand verification and certification processes
Sustainable Investment Strategies
ESG Integration and ScreeningImpact Investing and Thematic Funds
- Understand sustainable investment approaches
- Evaluate climate-focused investment strategies
- Assess impact measurement methodologies
- Understand fiduciary duty in sustainable investing
Carbon Markets and Trading
Compliance Carbon MarketsVoluntary Carbon Markets
- Understand compliance and voluntary carbon markets
- Evaluate carbon pricing mechanisms
- Assess carbon credit quality and integrity
- Understand market dynamics and pricing
6
Climate Risk Measurement and Management
15%
Climate Risk Identification and Assessment
Risk Identification FrameworksExposure Analysis
- Identify and categorize climate-related risks
- Conduct climate risk materiality assessments
- Assess organizational and portfolio climate exposure
- Understand risk transmission mechanisms
Climate Risk Metrics and KPIs
Physical Risk MetricsTransition Risk Metrics
- Define and calculate climate risk metrics
- Understand physical and transition risk KPIs
- Apply climate risk measurement methodologies
- Interpret risk metrics for decision-making
Climate Risk Mitigation and Adaptation
Mitigation StrategiesAdaptation Measures
- Design climate risk mitigation strategies
- Develop climate adaptation plans
- Evaluate cost-benefit of risk management actions
- Integrate risk management into business strategy
Climate Stress Testing and Sensitivity Analysis
Climate Stress Testing Frameworks
- Understand climate stress testing methodologies
- Apply regulatory stress test frameworks
- Conduct sensitivity analysis on climate variables
- Interpret and communicate stress test results
7
Climate Models and Scenario Analysis
12%
Climate Science and Modeling
Climate Model TypesRepresentative Concentration Pathways (RCPs) and SSPs
- Understand climate model types and applications
- Interpret RCPs and SSPs
- Evaluate climate model outputs and uncertainties
- Apply climate projections to risk assessment
Climate Scenario Analysis for Financial Risk
TCFD Scenario Analysis RequirementsNGFS Climate Scenarios
- Understand TCFD scenario analysis requirements
- Apply NGFS and other scenario frameworks
- Design scenario analysis for specific contexts
- Translate scenarios to financial impacts
Scenario Analysis Implementation
Transmission Channels and Impact PathwaysData and Assumptions Management
- Map climate-to-financial transmission channels
- Implement scenario analysis methodologies
- Manage data and assumptions transparently
- Communicate scenario analysis results effectively
8
Net Zero
10%
Net Zero Fundamentals
Net Zero vs Carbon NeutralGlobal and Sectoral Net Zero Targets
- Define net zero and related concepts
- Understand global and sectoral net zero targets
- Evaluate net zero commitment credibility
- Assess alignment with Paris Agreement goals
Net Zero Strategy and Implementation
Decarbonization PathwaysCarbon Removals and Offsets
- Design net zero strategies and pathways
- Set science-based emissions reduction targets
- Understand role of carbon removals and offsets
- Evaluate net zero implementation approaches
Net Zero for Financial Institutions
Portfolio Alignment and Financed Emissions
- Understand net zero frameworks for financial institutions
- Measure and manage financed emissions
- Design portfolio alignment strategies
- Evaluate financial sector net zero commitments
9
Climate and Nature Risk Assessment
10%
Nature-Related Risks
Biodiversity Loss and Ecosystem ServicesDeforestation and Land Use Change
- Understand nature-related risks and dependencies
- Assess biodiversity and ecosystem risks
- Evaluate nature loss impacts on business
- Understand climate-nature interlinkages
TNFD Framework
TNFD Structure and Requirements
- Understand TNFD framework structure
- Apply LEAP methodology
- Assess nature-related dependencies and impacts
- Prepare TNFD-aligned disclosures
Integrated Climate and Nature Risk Assessment
Climate-Nature Nexus
- Understand climate-nature interdependencies
- Assess compound climate and nature risks
- Evaluate nature-based solutions for climate
- Design integrated risk management approaches
10
Transition Planning and Carbon Reporting
13%
Climate Transition Plans
Transition Plan ComponentsSector-Specific Transition Pathways
- Design credible climate transition plans
- Set interim and long-term emissions targets
- Develop sector-specific transition strategies
- Ensure transition plan governance and accountability
Carbon Accounting and Reporting
GHG Protocol StandardsScope 3 Emissions Measurement
- Apply GHG Protocol standards for carbon accounting
- Calculate Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions
- Understand emission factor selection and application
- Address data quality and estimation challenges
Carbon Disclosure and Assurance
Carbon Disclosure PlatformsThird-Party Assurance and Verification
- Prepare carbon and climate disclosures
- Navigate major disclosure platforms (CDP, GRI, etc.)
- Understand assurance and verification requirements
- Ensure disclosure quality and credibility
Transition Planning Governance and Strategy
Just Transition Considerations
- Integrate just transition principles into planning
- Address social and economic dimensions of transition
- Engage stakeholders in transition planning
- Ensure transition plan credibility and ambition
How do I earn this certification?
Passing SCR earns the SCR Certificate certification. It sits in the Sustainability and Climate Risk track.
Next Level Options
- FRM - Financial Risk ManagerBroader financial risk management credential; SCR complements FRM with specialized climate risk expertise
- ERP - Energy Risk ProfessionalSpecialized energy risk credential; complements SCR for energy sector climate transition
Practice with Precision
The PlanetCert Simulator mirrors the real exam environment with authentic questions and timed pressure.
How to study for this exam?
Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for SCR.
What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-10
Updates
- TNFD Framework v1.0 (Final) Integrated into new Chapter 9 beginning October 2024 • Release date: 2023-09
- ISSB Standards (S1 and S2) Final Covered in Chapter 4 (Policy and Governance) and Chapter 10 (Reporting) • Release date: 2023-06
- NGFS Climate Scenarios Phase 4 Core scenarios in Chapter 7 (Climate Models and Scenario Analysis) • Release date: 2023-11
- SBTi Net Zero Standard v1.1 Key framework in Chapter 8 (Net Zero) • Release date: 2023
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Risk management professionals and Sustainability specialists.
- Interest in sustainability and climate risk management
- Basic understanding of financial risk concepts helpful but not required