Sustainability made simple(r)
Seminar Brief
Join us for a seminar focusing on the vital role of climate action within education. Discover the compelling business case for adopting sustainable practices, understand their numerous benefits, and learn practical strategies for implementation. This session aims to empower schools to take meaningful steps toward environmental stewardship, ensuring a healthier planet for future generations while optimizing operational efficiency and fostering a positive community reputation.
In this seminar julie will explore:
•. Understand how sustainability can support your budget, people, strategy, estates strategy and enhance the school's reputation
• Practical steps for reducing energy and water consumption and incorporating renewable energy sources into operations
•. Sustainable Procurement: choosing environmentally friendly products and services that support local economies and reduce the carbon footprint
Julie Rowlandson
sustainability officer ​
St Barts Academy Trust
About the speaker:
Take home points:
• Guidance to develop your Climate Action Plan, set achievable sustainability goals and track progress
• Signposts for assessment tools, organisations, and funding that can support schools in their climate action initiatives
• Tips for involving students, staff, and the wider community in sustainability efforts, enhancing educational outcomes and fostering a collective sense of responsibility
This session is for:
CFO, COO, School Business Manager, Operations teams
Julie is a sustainability officer at St Bart’s academy trust, a large West Midlands based MAT, situated across four local authorities. She is responsible for and passionate about embedding sustainability in all areas of the organisation, both educationally and operationally.
Julie has a background in education as a teacher, environmental educator, forest school leader and head teacher. She is currently working towards Practitioner accreditation with the Institute of Environmental Management.