Energy
Organisations that can support:
- Energy Sparks works with schools to offer a unique, effective energy management tool, which monitors energy use and provides bespoke, simple low / no-cost recommendations, provided weekly.
- Costs £545 a year – but the average primary school saves £3,000 per year
- Learning opportunities through interactive pupil dashboard and education programme, which includes a range of over 140 activities and resources including lesson plans.
- Tailored induction webinars for range of school staff. Guidance on over 60 low and no-cost actions.
- Set targets and track progress. Score points and compete with other schools.
- Additional optional services such as energy audits and assemblies also available at additional cost.
- Energy Sparks are a trusted member of the Let’s Go Zero coalition.
- Example: Find schools near you and explore their data and advice.
- Watch explainer video here.
Water
Thames Water
- Offers free water audits – carried out by Groundwork
- They fix leaks and install water saving devices.
- Very keen to engage with London schools.
- Have a schools water-saving guide – discusses practical measures alongside student engagement.
Affinity Water
- WaterSmart programme:
- Working with educational specialists to provide primary schools with water-saving education materials.
Greater London Authority
- Created an informative guide explaining how schools can use Sustainable Urban Drainage System (SUDS) – Rainwater in Schools