Your Free Climate Action Plan Starts Here
All schools in England are required by the DfE to have a Climate Action Plan. Creating one from scratch can be time-consuming, so we're offering a FREE Climate Action Plan tool, designed specifically for schools and Multi-Academy Trusts, which you can access free for a whole month!
It’s part of iAM Sustainable, our all-in-one solution supporting schools to measure, plan and deliver on sustainability quickly, affordably and with confidence.
What is a Climate Action Plan?
A Climate Action Plan is a document that sets out how your school will reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. It outlines the steps you’ll take to use energy more efficiently, reduce waste, promote greener travel, and engage staff and students in climate-friendly actions.
Whether you're just starting your sustainability journey or already making great progress, your Climate Action Plan should be a practical, achievable roadmap tailored to your school's needs.
Why do I need a Climate Action Plan?
Under new DfE guidance, all schools are now expected to have a Climate Action Plan.
The UK Government’s Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy aims to equip learners for a changing world, cut emissions to reach net zero, build climate-resilient schools, and create a healthier environment through better biodiversity and air quality.
What should my Climate Action Plan look like?
A good Climate Action Plan should be clear, concise, and realistic. To meet the DfE’s expectations, your plan should include activities across all four key areas of their sustainability strategy:
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Decarbonisation – reducing your school's carbon emissions
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Biodiversity – protecting and enhancing the natural environment
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Climate Education – integrating climate topics into teaching and learning
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Green Skills, Adaptation & Resilience – preparing students with the knowledge and skills to thrive in a changing world
What type of activities do I need to log?
Your Climate Action Plan should include any activity your school is doing, or planning to do, that supports your climate and sustainability goals. With the free iAM Compliant plan, we’ve pre-loaded a wide range of activities commonly found in schools, so you can add them to your plan at the click of a button. These include activities such as:
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Energy & Carbon Reduction
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Sustainable Travel
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Waste Reduction & Circular Economy
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Curriculum & Community Engagement
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Procurement & Catering
You can also add your own unique initiatives - big or small. Every action counts towards your goals.
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Some of the schools we work with...
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The easiest way to hit your sustainability targets!
Our free Climate Action Plan is part of iAM Sustainable, the all-in-one toolkit helping schools achieve Net Zero quickly and easilty. Track emissions, make data-driven energy savings, run commuting surveys, and equip staff with training to drive lasting behavioural change.