Tackle heat loss
Insulate
roofs and walls to make sure heat is not escaping. Insulate pipes throughout your
buildings, to conserve the heat in the water. Only heat your school to a
maximum of 19 degrees.
Close doors
to keep heat in – and manage your heating controls and timing to ensure your
school is only heated when absolutely necessary. By cutting the time that your
heating is running by just 10 or 20 minutes per day, you can save a lot over
the full school year.
Get students involved
Students will
love taking responsibility for carbon cutting. Start up an energy saving club –
give members a badge and ask them to present in assembly. Listen to their views
and ideas, and make sure that their efforts are rewarded.
Carry out an energy audit
A detailed energy audit lets schools see where
and when their energy use is high – identifying possible investments, and
revealing where savings could be made.