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Seek buy-in from leadership, governors and trustees
Get commitment to make progress on sustainability from key decision-makers within your governance structure. With their buy-in, you will be able to implement sustainability projects more effectively.
Start to build a whole-setting awareness of sustainability
Create a culture where everyone is increasingly informed about, and engaged with, topics of climate change and sustainability.
Create a sustainability working group
Assemble a team of your staff members and stakeholders to collaborate on sustainability projects. This team will discuss, plan and implement sustainable practices.
Understand any compliance requirements
"Compliance requirements" refers to any local and national guidelines on waste management, energy use, or health and safety standards that may impact your setting. This also includes any requirements to report on sustainability.
Consult your community on creating sustainability aspirations
Gather input from your setting's staff, learners and stakeholders to develop your sustainability goals and objectives.