Climate Ambassadors

Funded by the DfE, Climate Ambassadors match volunteer climate experts with education settings.

Let’s Go Zero Climate Action Advisors

Part of Let’s Go Zero, Climate Action Advisors are independent experts who offer free support for schools, colleges, and nurseries across England.

Calculate your carbon footprint and start tracking your progress

Along your sustainability journey, you'll use your carbon footprint as a regular measure of emissions, tracked against a starting point called your baseline year.

Calculate your carbon footprint

Measure the total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions produced by your setting's activities. The best way to do this is to use a carbon calculator or seek expert support.

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Understand how to select a baseline year

A baseline year is the point in time you measure your setting's carbon and greenhouse gas emissions against over time. This will help you to see if your efforts to reduce your emissions are working.

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Select a baseline reporting year

Choosing the right baseline year is crucial for effective carbon management. This year will act as a reference to track and compare your future carbon footprint measurements, helping you to monitor progress towards your net zero goal.

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