Yes, it’s the end of the course (with a bonus module to come, if you want more technical details on climate change), and today we’re reviewing and leaving you with some key take away lessons.

The most important point is that we hope this course has inspired you to action. Not just a once off “thing to do”, but a long term attitude of continuously looking for ways to save energy and save money.

Do note, that if you choose to subscribe to the course, you will get access to the follow up material for these advicelets too.

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Day 1 – Introduction to saving energy

In this first module, Dr Graeme Codrington looks at some of the major issues facing businesses and individuals today.

He shows why focusing on reducing energy usage is so important in dealing with many of the key issues humanity is currently facing, and helps you to consider how you might respond and the benefits of doing so.

This course explains why we need to do this, what the results will be, and most importantly how we can go about it.

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Day 2 – Save money for a rainy day

This module looks at some of the science behind the concepts of global warming and climate change, helping you separate fact from fiction. But it’s more than another talk on melting icecaps or drowning polar bears – the focus is on the consequences.

Whether we agree or not, the governments of the world have responded to the threat of climate change by committing to dramatically reduce energy usage and CO2 emissions over the next few decades. This has significant consequences for most companies and individuals.

This module will help you understand this issue, and begin the process of responding, by reducing energy and saving money… and ultimately securing the future.

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It’s obviously not a comprehensive overview – for that, we recommend some websites during the module. But it will give you a good starting point for a real understanding of the situation, how we got here, and what’s causing the world to heat up.

If we don’t answer one of your burning questions, you’re welcome to contact us at graeme@sedsltd.com and we’ll do our best to get you the information you’re looking for.

The secret to real success is to build momentum for ongoing energy savings. Once you’ve tasted some success, you need to use both the financial savings and the excitement amongst your people to your advantage.

You need to ensure ongoing savings in the future. This is good for your business, of course. But it is also essential for the planet, as we work together to secure our future.

• You need to report to your staff and the people involved in your programmes.
• You will need to report to the government, who have increasing “green” compliance requirements.
• You should make sure you report to your stakeholders and the community.
• Your marketing and PR teams should be involved, too.

And, you should celebrate your successes, building momentum for even more energy savings. This module will show you how.

The goal of this module is to introduce you to the terminology and most important options, and help you and your team make an informed decision about reducing your energy usage and generating your own electricity.

In part 1, we look at some of the “no cost / low cost” solutions that will help you to reduce the need for energy, generate your own energy, store energy and develop strategies long-term energy reduction. It is amazing how much difference even small changes can make.

This module will get you thinking – and inspire you to do something today to reduce your energy usage. If you’re measuring your energy usage already, you should be able to see the benefits immediately!

In this module we talk about some of the best ways to inspire, motivate and reward your people for changing their behaviour and attitudes.

In this module, we get practical, and start looking at the four steps of the SEDS model for reducing energy usage.  You’ll learn the principles of good measurement, understand how to set targets for usage, and see some technology that can assist you in managing your office – or even your home!

Whether we agree or not, the governments of the world have responded to the threat of climate change by committing to dramatically reduce energy usage and CO2 emissions over the next few decades.  This has significant consequences for most companies and individuals.

This module will help you understand this issue, and begin the process of responding, by reducing energy and saving money… and ultimately securing the future.