Solar panels for schools: are they worth the money?

With government support for energy bills reducing from April 2023, many schools are looking for ways to cut their energy bills.  We recently published a blog with some ideas for schools to consume less energy, but what if a longer-term solution is required? Solar panels could be the answer. In this article, we’ll explore the […]

Conserving energy in schools

Every school in the UK has been affected by the European energy crisis. Combined with rising inflation, the increased cost of energy has created a black hole of up to £500,000 for some secondary schools. There are other financial pressures, too. In fact, the total funding shortfall for primary and secondary schools is set to […]

3 pieces of eco-friendly equipment to help your school go green

The climate crisis is, unfortunately, the defining issue facing the students of today – and tomorrow. The topic has been heavily discussed in the education sector for years, with many schools planning to reduce their environmental impact. However, as the IPCC recently stated, it’s “now or never” to avoid a global environmental catastrophe, so there’s […]

Leading by example: how sustainable school equipment complements climate education

Following COP26, every sector is trying to be greener. The recent discussions about taking action are certainly turning up the heat on individuals, companies, and institutions! However, a common theme around COP26 was that the bold claims of acting to avoid the situation worsening were just lip service. Greta Thunberg even dismissed these pledges as […]

3 ways to increase energy efficiency in schools

According to The Carbon Trust, UK schools could reduce their energy bills by £44 million per year! With most schools having limited budgets, it only makes sense to try to reduce these costs. The savings created can be funnelled into other areas of the school, and cutting back on energy use is also good for […]