How sustainable is your school ? Are you teaching children values of compassion and care for the planet by setting an example and making an effort to recycle, reduce waste and conserve energy?
Follow a sustainability audit checklist and assess how well you are doing environmentally. With this template you can then improve your sustainability practices and lead by example. For a bright and clean future!
Book a sustainability workshop with an expert/ trained professional to educated children further on the environment.
Consider building a sustainable garden with a compost.
Go on nature walks with children.
Water
Educate students and staff about how to save water. E.g. turning taps off, using half-flush etc.
Install a rainwater tank for gardening and toilets.
Repair any water leaks.
Conduct a water audit.
Waste
Ensure that the school uses recycling bins and teaches children how to use them.
Set up a compost bin for food waste.
Purchase more sustainable items like recycled paper towels and toilet paper.
Conduct a waste audit.
Engage the students in recycling activities and volunteering.
Energy
Conduct an energy audit.
Ensure all computers, printers, photocopiers, air conditioners and lights are switched off at the end of the day and turn lights off at night and during breaks.
Replace old light globes with efficient globes such as LEDs.
Install movement sensor lighting.
Encourage students and staff to dress appropriately for each season to save on heating and cooling costs.
Please note that this checklist template is a hypothetical appuses-hero example and provides only standard information. The template does not aim to replace, among other things, workplace, health and safety advice, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, or any other applicable law. You should seek your professional advice to determine whether the use of such a checklist is appropriate in your workplace or jurisdiction.
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