Implementing the changes that will make a real difference to your school's energy consumption and carbon footprint
A collection of 23 activities relevant to a range of subjects and key stages.
Introduce a policy on reducing energy and resource use from printing and photocopying.
30 KS1 KS2 KS3 KS4 KS5
Plan and run a campaign to promote sustainable and energy saving travel to school
50 KS1 KS2 KS3 KS4 KS5 Citizenship
Plan and run a campaign to switch off lights and use natural light on sunny days
30 KS1 KS2 KS3 Citizenship Science
Run a campaign for the whole school community - Challenge 1 degree
This activity involves your pupils running a campaign which will involve everyone in the school community, from pupils, staff, families and others in the school neighbourhood.
50 KS1 KS2 KS3 KS4 KS5 Citizenship EnglishRun a themed event focused on energy use
One way to raise awareness of your energy saving mission among your school community is to hold a big event that involves everyone. This gets everyone, all teachers and pupils and even families, thinking about reducing energy waste and carbon emissions.
30 KS1 KS2 KS3 KS4 KS5 CitizenshipSet up an Energy or Eco team to lead on energy efficiency at your school
20 KS1 KS2 KS3 KS4 Citizenship
Write an energy action plan for your school
30 KS1 KS2 KS3 KS4 KS5 Citizenship Geography Maths Science
Write a policy on closing external doors and windows when the heating is on
30 KS1 KS2 KS3 KS4 KS5 Citizenship