What this course is
This course helps employees understand how energy is used in the workplace and how everyday actions can reduce waste without affecting comfort, safety, or productivity. It takes a practical, non technical approach, focusing on awareness rather than responsibility for systems, budgets, or organisational decisions.
The course frames energy saving as a shared effort that supports organisational stability, environmental responsibility, and the UK’s net zero commitments. Learners are supported to feel informed and empowered, not pressured or blamed.
What the course covers
- By completing this course, learners will explore:
- What energy means in a workplace setting and why it matters
- How energy is used across buildings, equipment, and shared spaces
- Common causes of energy waste at work
- The impact of energy use on costs, services, and working environments
- Everyday actions employees can take to reduce energy waste
- Using lighting, heating, and IT equipment responsibly
- Energy use in kitchens, welfare areas, and shared spaces
- The link between waste reduction, resource use, and energy saving
- Sustainable travel and commuting awareness Remote and hybrid working energy considerations
- Inclusion, accessibility, and fairness in energy saving approaches
- Spotting and reporting energy waste or faults
- Building a positive energy aware workplace culture
- How employee awareness supports UK net zero and environmental goals
Who the course is for
This course is suitable for:
- Employees at all levels and across all roles
- Staff working in offices, shared buildings, or public sector settings
- Employees in remote or hybrid roles
- New starters as part of induction
- Organisations seeking to build energy awareness and sustainability culture
- Workplaces working towards environmental standards such as ISO 14001
- Anyone who wants to understand how their everyday actions support energy efficiency
Course Disclaimer:
This course is designed for information and awareness purposes only and does not, unless otherwise stated, provide a regulated qualification or evidence of occupational competence. Learners are responsible for obtaining any additional training, assessment, supervision, or certification required by their employer, sector regulations, or professional standards.
