The Wayfinders Report

The Wayfinders Project has been commissioned and fully funded by the national Church of England Environment Programme, in order to inform how General Synod’s target of net zero carbon by 2030 can best be achieved. This report is to inform the approaches that Diocesan Boards of Education should consider and provide evidenced based data that can guide strategic decisions. […]

Practical Path for Schools

This document provides a practical path to “net zero carbon” for our schools. The recommendations within it aim to help schools reduce their energy use and associated carbon emissions. They are based on findings from over 250 heat decarbonisation plans that have been developed for church schools and input from a range of professionals in […]

Quick Wins for Schools

Church Care along with RAFT have put together a series of useful videos. We love this Quick Wins one and hope you find it useful in your journey.

Solar PV

The installation of Solar PV is a complex subject for schools, with several options about the best way to proceed.  It should be noted that PSDS funding does not cover the cost of the installation of Solar PV.  First and foremost it is important that the structure, orientation, insulation and condition of the roof is […]

Holistic packages for schools

This includes LED lighting, insulation, draughting proofing and much more. It is important for each school and academy to be able to locate themselves within the Decarbonisation Diamond.  For most schools, the most helpful journey will be down the diamond – always starting with Attitudes, Behaviours and Culture – and then moving onto addressing issues […]

Writing an action plan for the Diocesan Boards of Education

The Framework puts Diocesan Boards of Education at the centre of the delivery of the schools and academies net zero carbon plans.   In terms of the Attitudes, Behaviours and Cultures the Boards of Education’s role is largely one of encouragement, support and signposting, with a particular focus on resources for collective worship and RE […]