Funded by the DfE, Climate Ambassadors match volunteer climate experts with education settings.
Part of Let’s Go Zero, Climate Action Advisors are independent experts who offer free support for schools, colleges, and nurseries across England.
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Understand sustainability funding opportunities
Take a look at the range of local and national grants, subsidies, and funding programs that are available to support sustainability projects at your setting. Many funding opportunities have particular requirements. Understanding these early on can help you to prepare to complete your applications and set you up for success.
Look for support from your Local Authority
Understand how your local authority can help you progress your sustainability goals and projects.
Complete an energy review
An energy review assesses your setting's energy consumption patterns, sources, and efficiency levels. It involves doing a walk-through of your site, and analysing your energy bills.
Identify some quick wins to decarbonise your setting
Look for relatively easy and low-cost measures to help your setting reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, like switching to LED lighting.
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Agree some initial energy efficiency and decarbonisation aimsComplete a water audit
Gather historical water usage data, inspect all water fixtures, check for drips and leaks, and measure flow rates.