Certified Sustainable IT Project Manager (CSITPM)®



Certification Overview
As organizations worldwide face net-zero mandates, carbon reporting requirements, and increasing investor and customer pressure for sustainable practices, IT leaders must ensure their projects are not only technically sound but also environmentally and socially responsible.
This certification positions professionals at the intersection of IT project management and sustainability, giving them the tools to deliver value while reducing environmental impact and meeting global ESG standards.
Certification Objectives (Skills and Competencies Tested)
- Designing IT projects that align with corporate sustainability goals.
- Applying green IT practices (energy efficiency, cloud optimization, e-waste reduction).
- Managing IT projects with ESG frameworks and carbon accounting methodologies.
- Integrating risk management for climate-related and regulatory challenges.
- Leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects that support net-zero strategies.
- Understanding compliance requirements such as SEC climate disclosures, EU Green Deal, and ISO 14001.
- Embedding circular economy and lifecycle analysis (LCA) in IT infrastructure projects.


- Apply sustainability frameworks to IT project management.
- Quantify and report carbon emissions in IT projects.
- Balance cost, performance, and environmental impact in IT decision-making.
- Manage green data centers, cloud strategies, and digital sustainability initiatives.
- Demonstrate leadership in ethical and socially responsible IT project delivery.
Domain Topics

1. Foundations of Sustainable IT Project Management
- Introduction to ESG and sustainability in IT.
- Green IT principles and frameworks.
- Role of IT projects in corporate net-zero strategies.

2. Green IT Practices and Carbon Reduction
- Energy-efficient hardware and software solutions.
- Cloud computing optimization for sustainability.
- Measuring and reducing IT carbon footprints.

3. ESG Governance and Compliance
- Global sustainability reporting frameworks (ISO 14001, ISO 50001, GHG Protocol).
- Regulatory requirements (SEC climate disclosures, EU Green Deal, CSRD).
- Ethical IT sourcing and sustainable procurement.

4. Sustainable Project Design & Risk Management
- Lifecycle analysis (LCA) in IT projects.
- Climate-related risk assessment in IT project portfolios.
- Incorporating circular economy principles in IT project planning.

5. Digital Transformation & Green Innovation
- Using AI and IoT for sustainability monitoring.
- Blockchain for carbon tracking and supply chain transparency.
- Emerging trends in sustainable IT (e-waste management, green coding, digital twins).

6. Executive Leadership in Sustainable IT Projects
- Stakeholder engagement for ESG alignment.
- Building sustainable IT scorecards and KPIs.
- Leading organizational change for green IT adoption.
Exam Details

Format: 100 multiple-choice questions

Duration: 90 minutes

Passing Score: 70%

Mode: Online, globally accessible.

Retake Policy: One free retake within 3 months
Training and Certification Options

Self-Paced eLearning
$400 (includes exam + digital course materials).

Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT):
$1,500 (4 days, 2 hours/day).

Complimentary Materials
ESG project templates, carbon accounting toolkit, practice exams.
Accreditation & Recognition
- ISO 14001 Environmental Management.
- United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
- Global ESG frameworks for corporate reporting and accountability.
Career Paths & Employment Outlook
- Sustainable IT Project Manager
- Green IT Program Manager
- ESG & Sustainability Officer
- IT Governance & Compliance Manager
- Digital Transformation Leader

Why Choose CSITPM®?
- Specialized certification at the intersection of IT project management and sustainability.
- Prepares professionals to lead ESG-aligned digital transformation.
- Provides credibility through AGILE-HRP® accreditation and global recognition.
- Enhances career opportunities in tech, energy, finance, government, and sustainability consulting.
- Equips leaders to future-proof IT projects in an era of net-zero mandates.

Self-Paced Training, Exam Fees : Payment covers the exam only. Complimentary exam guide and practice questions will be provided to assist you.

Instructor-Led Training: Enroll in a 4-day program with 2 hours of live instruction each day, led by industry experts for $1,500 USD