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February 28, 2024
Schools energy efficiency checklist

Check out our guide to help schools evaluate their energy consumption patterns.

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Case study
April 4, 2023
Automation and smart controls in schools

Alongside measuring energy usage and student engagement, Okehampton College have also undertaken some more significant and costly measures to improve energy efficiency. The college’s automation and smart control measures, heating upgrades, and insulation improvements have all contributed to a more sustainable future and a better learning environment for staff and students. Lighting One of the…

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Case study
March 7, 2023
Student engagement and behaviour change

Student Engagement with energy at Okehampton College One of the most successful activities the college did was encouraging simple behaviour changes in the staff and students. What did they do? They bought stickers – little green smiley faces and red frowny faces. A team of students went around the school at the end of the…

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Case study
March 7, 2023
Measuring energy usage

“If you don’t measure it you can’t control it” Measuring energy usage was crucial for understanding the bigger scope of work that needed to be undertaken at Okehampton College. Not only was it a great starting point to know what improvements would be needed it was also a great way to get students involved. Measuring…

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How to video
January 24, 2023
How to… calculate a school carbon footprint

Discover how to calculate your school's carbon footprint.

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How to video
January 16, 2023
How to … improve insulation & draught proofing

The best ways of insulating and draught proofing.

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How to video
December 20, 2022
How to… engage staff and students on energy and carbon

Effective strategies for active involvement in energy and carbon.

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How to video
November 14, 2022
How to … get serious about solar PV

Learn about solar panels and battery storage.

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How to video
November 10, 2022
How to … decarbonise with heat pumps

Learn if a heat pump is right for your school.

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How to video
October 14, 2022
How to… manage heating controls

Discover how to review your school's heating technology.

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How to video
October 14, 2022
How to… optimise your energy efficiency

Make savings without compromising performance.

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How to video
September 29, 2022
How to … review energy controls in schools

Looking at different controls and how these can be managed to minimise wastage.

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