The University has made ambitious commitments to take action tackling the climate emergency and sustainability challenges, and we all have a part to play in delivering them. In this course, we will share with you a brief insight to the University’s whole-institution approach to tackling climate change as well as sharing about our commitments and vision for sustainability.

Topics covered will include:

• work being undertaken within education, research, operations and through partnerships
• our vision for sustainability at Bath
• recent successes and ongoing challenges
• how you can be part of transformational change

Course structure

• This course will be delivered on campus as an in-person event over a one-hour session
• There is no pre-work required as part of this course but we suggest looking through the resources linked below

Who should attend?

As an introductory course, content in this session will be suitable for all role types and job levels at the University. Teams or departments interested in bespoke training should contact climateaction@bath.ac.uk to discuss further.

Course date

The next course will take place on Wednesday 16 October 2024, 11am-12pm.

Facilitator

Alice Lowe, Climate Action Engagement & Training Manager

Discussing your learning and development with your line manager

We assume that if you need permission or agreement to attend this course you will have arranged this before booking. To ensure the training is suitable and your learning can be transferred back to the workplace, you should also have discussed the following with your line manager:

• how this training will help to deliver your individual/team goals
• the expected outcomes (what is expected to change or improve as a result)
• any support required post-course to enable you to transfer your learning back to the workplace

Your manager will receive an automated notification when you book or cancel a place on a course using ESS.

Book your place

You must book your place using Employee Self-Service (ESS). Places will be available to book on self-service up to 24 hours before the course. Download instructions on how to book your place using ESS.

The session will be delivered in-person.

Please note that we do not hold a waiting list for this course.

Cancel your place

You can cancel your place using Employee Self-Service (ESS). Download instructions on how to cancel your place using ESS.

Please cancel your place as early as possible (and at least three days in advance) to allow others to book instead.

Online resources for self-guided learning

• Introduction to climate change
• Tackling climate change at the University of Bath
• Get involved with climate action as a member of staff
• Quick guide to sustainable working practices

In-person courses

• Introduction to Lab Sustainability & LEAF (one-hour introductory session, suitable for all lab users)
• Climate Literacy (six-hour externally certified course, suitable for all staff)