In recent years, the urgency of addressing environmental challenges has propelled sustainability to the forefront of educational priorities. Schools are uniquely positioned to drive meaningful change, not only by reducing their environmental impact, but also by nurturing future generations of climate-conscious citizens.
This article explores the steps schools can follow to begin their sustainability journey and deliver their sustainability strategy.
Like safeguarding, sustainability needs to engage the whole-school community to be effective.
Why sustainability strategies matter in education
Educational institutions are large consumers of resources – energy, water, food etc. Schools and universities account for 36% of total UK public sector building emissions (DfE, 2023). Schools also produce significant waste and emissions through buildings, transport, and procurement. Implementing a sustainability strategy can:
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