About the course: Unit 1: Principles of sustainable development. In this unit learners will cover: The definition of sustainable development; Human and global issues that impact sustainability; Common objections to sustainable development; Benefits of sustainable development and environmental management systems; The impact that organisations and the environment can have on each other; How a carbon footprint is calculated; How to manage carbon footprint in an organisation; How to reduce carbon footprint in an organisation and at home; What ‘resource efficiency’ means; Benefits of using resources efficiently; Circular sustainability; Consequences of organisations polluting the environment; How organisations help prevent pollution; How management structure can support environmental sustainability.
How will the course be delivered? Online distance learning through the EQUAL platform, online learning resources with feedback from an assessor.
4th, 11th and 18th June 2026
Botanical identification training and survey opportunities in a selection of upland hay meadows. There are three days of free training for beginners, and also botanists wishing to refresh their skills. Wildflower, grasses and surveying 4 June 9:45 am - 4:30 pm. Grasses and sedges identification…
Flexible on demand training - takes 1-2 hours to complete
A practical guide to enhancing and maintaining biodiversity on school or college grounds, this free online training course is aimed at managers of any outdoor setting. The course has been developed by Natural England and Department for Education in collaboration with the National Biodiversity Data…
Courses are run on demand and usually last for 3 days (including assessment) Get in touch on 07855571312 or ctlogue@aol.com
Courses include the following: Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) Boom Mounted Sprayers (PA2) Variable Geometry Boom Sprayers (PA3) Slug Pellets and Granular Applications (PA4) Hand Held Applicators (PA6) including Application in or near Water (PA6AW), Stem Injection, Stump Treatment, Invasive Weeds…
The course takes on average 4 hours to complete. Upon registration, candidates have full access to course content including a downloadable workbook and HD videos. At the end of course, candidates will answer multiple choice questions.
Himalayan balsam is one of the most widespread and impactful invasive plant species across the UK and Ireland. Unfortunately, it is also a plant that is frequently mismanaged, or ignored until it creates monocultures. This new course, the first of its kind, teaches candidates how to practically…
Lancaster University Open Days and Campus Tours
Cumbria Young Farmers' Club Southern District Field Day
Dry stone walling competition 30 May 2026
