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Green Economy Training

Green Economy offers a range of training opportunities to upskill you and your workforce in how to make the most of the net zero transition.

We provide practical support to decarbonise your business, whilst supporting green technologies and services businesses to improve their competitiveness and to grow.

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Net zero training and skills

Carbon Literacy for staff engagement

Unlock the potential of your colleagues to deliver your carbon reduction plan. This training equips employees with the knowledge and tools to integrate sustainability into their daily decisions and inspire their peers.

Journey to net zero

Upskill your workforce, understand net zero and implement effective carbon reduction plans to save your business money on this accredited level 3 course.

Net Zero Peer Groups

Tackle your business challenges and accelerate decarbonisation with peer learning and applied design thinking, over three, short, action led workshops.

Sustainability Champions network

Connect with business leaders sharing knowledge and inspiration on their net zero experiences to embed peer-led, sustainable strategies you're your own organisation.

Grow your green tech and services business with group learning and training opportunities

Green Leaders

Drive profitability and business resilience with our series of 90 minute workshops focusing on business growth and finance, marketing, leadership and sustainability.

Green Tech Training Vouchers

Apply for a limited number of training vouchers on offer for businesses operating in West Yorkshire that install solar, battery and heat pump technologies in commercial or domestic properties.

Training

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Feb 25

Friday 14 February 2025 | 9:30am - 11:00am

Location: Online

Green Leaders Sustainability

A series of online bite sized sessions for leaders of Green Tech businesses to stimulate growth.

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Feb 25

Tuesday 25 February 2025 | 9am - 5pm

Location: The Vale

Carbon Literacy for staff engagement

Carbon Literacy®: Develop “an awareness of the carbon costs and impacts of everyday activities, and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions, on an individual, community and organisational basis.”

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Mar 25

Monday 17 March 2025 | 9am - 4pm

Location: Foxbridge Way, Foxbridge Way Normanton, WF6 1TN

Solar Installer Accelerator March 2025

Seizing new market opportunities from West Yorkshire’s net zero ambition.

Demand for solar is booming, with projected demand exceeding supply for locally based installers. Qualified electricians have a unique opportunity to join this growing market by developing new skills, accessing local opportunities, and growing their business base across the region.

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Apr 25

Thursday 03 April 2025 | 9am - 5pm

Location: Rochdale

Journey To Net Zero Rochdale

Interactive course giving you the tools to get your organisation to Net Zero. Better for the planet, better for the bottom line.

Marketplace

Use our directory of installers, equipment suppliers and solution providers to make an informed decision on your sustainability projects and support your local green economy

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