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Environmental and Sustainability at the OU Students Association 🌿 🌎 The Association's commitment to sustainability is ongoing and ever-expanding, embedded into the evolving culture of the organisation including within our strategic aims for the upcoming term. Changes and implementations have included: 🍃 Forming the Environmental and Sustainability Working group in 2022 to focus on sustainability work. 🍃 Holding sustainability sessions at Association events including workshops, training and idea-gathering focus groups. 🍃 Working with the Open University to reduce the environmental impact of physical learning resources. 🍃 Adding a Sustainability Representative role to our Student Leadership Team for the 2024-2026 term. 🍃 Creating a full policy showcasing our aims, objectives and principles in relation to environmental tops. Read the full policy below and check out the rest of our environment-related work at our sustainability hub: https://lnkd.in/dkw2uVq5

Last week we hosted the GMColleges Supply Chain Sustainability School (UK) conference and it was great to see the progress made across GM. Many thanks to Holly Hansen-Maughan and Lucy Hunt 👍 🌍 This was a chance to showcase the work that Wigan & Leigh College and University Centre have been developing with the SCSS to align with the Greater Manchester Strategy 2021 -2031. Embedding this platform has ensured our Engineering and Construction staff and students continue to develop: ✔️ Industry-relevant knowledge ✔️ Up-to-date skills which are accredited and recognised by employers ✔️ Green practices and are sustainability focused ✔️ Future-proof careers ✔️ Industry connections #cleangrowth #carbonneutral #greenskills #retrofit #greeneconomy 👇 See below for more info. #furthereducation #highereducation #teachingandlearning #innovation Anne-Marie Francis Neil Campbell Jack Parr Lewis Blakemore David Wilson Andrew Harrison Ruth Turner Richard Caulfield

Grŵp Colegau NPTC Group of Colleges are delighted to announce we have become a Partner of the Supply Chain Sustainability School, joining over 200 other industry leaders in #collaboration to drive the built environment sector to a more sustainable future. As a Partner of the School, we will lead the development of content and training to upskill our colleagues and #supplychain in key sustainability topics. Partners fund the School, making it free for the rest of the industry to access the wealth of training. Find out more and register here ▶ https://lnkd.in/gAbQP8V #Sustainability is a core part of Grŵp Colegau NPTC Group of Colleges strategy moving forward. Our Partnership with the School will enable us to work closely with our colleagues, supply chain and wider built environment sector to take important next steps to ensure everyone has the knowledge required. Find out more about our #sustainbilitystrategy here: https://lnkd.in/exf2kY2a

Skanska is proud to be a Founding Partner of the Supply Chain Sustainability School (US)! Our commitment to sustainability in the construction and development industry has taken a significant step forward. Together with the School, we're poised to drive lasting change, enhance skills, and boost sustainable business practices. The Supply Chain Sustainability School is an industry-led initiative aimed at helping organizations enhance their understanding of ESG and economic issues within their workforce and supply chains. Following its success in the UK, Australia, and Ireland, we are excited to announce the launch of the School in the U.S. in 2025, with content tailored to both local and national priorities. Sign up for the launch on January 29: https://lnkd.in/eHxhZsgE #Sustainability #ESG #Construction #ShapingOurFuture #SkanskaImpacts #Development #Education #SupplyChain

Being part of The International Conference on Sustainable Practices in Business and Technology at MCBS was an enriching experience. This event provided valuable insights into innovative strategies for driving sustainability in business and technology. #Sustainability #Innovation #BusinessAndTechnology #ICSPB

Nanyang Executive Education - Nanyang Business School’s pilot launch Q3 last year, for our Executive MSc in Sustainability Management was oversubscribed. We’ve got feedback that this is probably the most rigorous, indepth and comprehensive Sustainability Masters programme out there. So if you or any of your contacts want to sign up for the most prestigious programme out there now, please share the information session link below with them. It took our Professors 1.5 years to design this course. Why? Part of that curriculum development involved them visiting various countries across Asia to be sure we targeted the most relevant practical designed program for all aspiring for critical roles in #sustainability Esther An Luke Lee Laurence Smith (FCIPD) #executivemasters #EMSc #sustainabilitymanagement

🌿 The countdown to #WUF12 is on, and we’re putting sustainability front and centre!   From innovative green design to real-time impact tracking, we're committed to making this forum a model for sustainable events.   Stay tuned to see how we're turning ambition into action—because building better cities starts with leading by example. 💚   #ItAllStartsAtHome

📢 Sustainability skills development: UNIDO’s LKDF Sustainability Curriculum 🌱 Training for sustainability: We don’t just talk the talk, we walk the talk. As another proof of our commitment towards #greenskills development in #technicaleducation, our colleague Elfi Klumpp recently gave input towards the creation of a modular training program, a rich resource that allows individuals and businesses around the globe to get sustainability-ready. Earlier this week, UNIDO’s Learning and Knowledge Development Facility (LKDF - Learning and Knowledge Development Facility) and its private sector partners, including Festo, have announced their upcoming a collection of educational materials designed to reskill and upskill workers in the area of sustainability, especially in six key thematic areas: 📗 ESG data collection methods 📗 Circular economy 📗 Low-carbon development 📗 Global sustainable supply chain management 📗 Certifications and standards 📗 Due diligence Modules will be released gradually. 👉 See an overview of each module and learn more about this initiative: https://lnkd.in/enZPxg7x 🎓 By equipping young professionals with the knowledge, skills, and perspectives to address environmental and social issues, we empower them to contribute meaningfully to sustainable development.

🌍 We’re Live: More LIFE 2 Level(s) Exchange Hub | myDGNB 🌍 Here is the link to the platform: https://lnkd.in/dwixENt2 We’re excited to announce that our platform is now live! 🚀 The projects have reported at Level 1 – a significant step towards more sustainable and transparent practices in construction. What is Level 1? Level 1 serves as the entry point into the Level(s) framework, helping projects collect initial data and set sustainability goals. It provides a structured approach for assessing and communicating sustainable actions throughout the building process. Ready to test Level 1 on your own project? Discover how Level(s) can support you in advancing sustainability! 🔗 Find the User Manuals here: https://lnkd.in/e_7g4Nj User Manual 1 – Introduction to the Level(s) framework User Manual 2 – In-depth information These guides are available in multiple languages, making it easy to get started. Try it out, and let’s work together to bring more sustainability to the project level! 💪🌱 💬 Did you know? As part of the "More Life to Levels" initiative, the DGNB has just launched a brand-new Exchange Hub! This platform allows users to ask questions about the Levels framework, with responses directly from industry experts. It’s your go-to place for insights, guidance, and discussions on sustainable building practices. Join the conversation https://lnkd.in/dQ-29dSz and get your questions answered now! 🌱🚀

🏗️ 🌱Annual Supply Chain Sustainability School Summit 22 January 2025 | O’Reilly Hall, University College Dublin Explore how “Driving Sustainability Through Partnership” can reshape the built environment at this half-day event—featuring keynote speakers, networking, and the Social Impact: Expert Panel Discussion. Learn how businesses of all sizes are creating social value, engaging communities, and shaping inclusive growth. Social Impact: Expert Panel Discussion • Moderator: Chris MM Gordon Gordon, Sustainability Advocate & Facilitator • Anthony Burrowes, Social Value Manager, John Sisk & Son Ltd Brings 18+ years of NGO experience to elevate social value across supply chains. • Linda O'Sullivan, Head of Social Inclusion, Business in the Community Ireland Leads Diversity, Equity & Inclusion through major employer collaborations and employment programmes. • Marie Hunt, Head of Research, IPUT Real Estate Dublin Chartered surveyor and thought leader in sustainability, property research, and strategy. • Seàn McCaffrey, Supplier Performance Manager, Iarnród Éireann Irish Railód Éireann Embeds sustainability into procurement, championing social responsibility across the rail sector. • Sarah Chatfield, Consultant, Action Sustainability Focuses on sustainable procurement to deliver tangible benefits for communities and the environment. Register today for FREE: https://ow.ly/L85k50UHwgE #Sustainability #SocialImpact #Summit