Sustainability in schools: The business case

The urgency of action in sustainability isn’t going anywhere, Paul Edmond, Chief Finance & Sustainability Officer of Hearts Academies Trust discusses the importance of sustainability in schools.

Holly jolly savings: Prepare your school with our hibernation checklist

With the Christmas holidays fast approaching, you’ll be busy spinning plates to make sure all those planned festive activities are on schedule. But turn your attention for a moment to review your energy saving practices and this small investment in time will reward you big in energy savings. A hibernation checklist can help to avoid excess energy use while your site is closed for the holidays.

COP29: What were the key takeaways?

Explore the key outcomes of COP29 in Baku, including progress on climate finance, carbon markets, and fossil fuel phase-outs, as nations grapple with the challenges of implementing global climate goals.

What does the Autumn Budget mean for energy and net zero?

Budget announcement

The government’s Autumn Budget 2024 has introduced targeted investments to accelerate progress toward net zero, with a focus on clean energy infrastructure, decarbonisation and transportation. Here’s an overview of the major measures introduced to help drive the government’s aim of making Britain a clean energy superpower.

The role of tree planting in your net zero strategy

role of tree planting for your business

With ever-tightening energy regulations, the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) is a crucial framework that businesses and property owners must navigate. With strict deadlines and significant financial penalties for non-compliance, failing to meet the requirements could seriously impact your bottom line.