Level 1 - 3
Climate Awareness in Sports & Leisure
“Integrating sustainability into sports and leisure activities is vital for reducing environmental impact and promoting health and well-being.” — Michael Brown, Sustainability Manager, GreenSports UK
This course is designed to equip professionals in the sports and leisure industry with the knowledge and tools to integrate climate awareness and sustainability into their operations. It begins with an introduction to climate change and its specific impacts on the sports and leisure sector. Participants will then explore sustainable practices, such as eco-friendly facility management, energy-efficient operations, and waste reduction strategies, all tailored to the unique demands of sports and leisure activities.
The growing focus on sustainability in sports, as highlighted in Sustainable Sports: The Future of Green Athletics, demonstrates how the industry can lead by example in promoting environmental stewardship while enhancing operational efficiency.
This course also addresses regulatory guidelines like Sport England: Environmental Sustainability, ensuring that participants are well-equipped to align their efforts with best practices and industry standards.
This course is ideal for sports facility managers, event organizers, club administrators, sustainability officers, coaches, and anyone involved in the management or operation of sports and leisure activities. It is also valuable for professionals looking to engage stakeholders in sustainability initiatives and promote climate awareness within the sports and leisure community.
- Duration: Flexible
- Accessibility: Online Course
Course Outline:
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the Impact of Climate Change on Sports & Leisure: Grasp the fundamental concepts of climate change and its specific relevance to the sports and leisure industry.
- Implement Sustainable Practices: Learn and apply sustainable practices in facility management, operations, and event planning to reduce the environmental impact of sports and leisure activities.
- Optimise Energy and Resource Use: Develop strategies to enhance energy efficiency and resource management within sports and leisure facilities.
- Promote Waste Reduction: Implement effective waste reduction techniques in sports and leisure settings, contributing to overall sustainability efforts.
- Engage Stakeholders in Climate Action: Acquire skills to engage athletes, fans, sponsors, and other stakeholders in sustainability initiatives and climate action.
- Use Sports as a Platform for Climate Awareness: Learn how to leverage sports and leisure activities to promote climate awareness and inspire positive environmental change.
Available Anywhere, Anytime
We understand that customers want efficient, high quality training.
To avoid downtime and improve workplace productivity, our courses are available on phone, tablet and computer.
Your team can be certified on the move and at a time that suits you.
Aligned with UN Sustainability Goals
- This course, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), helps businesses adapt and align their operations with global sustainability standards.
- By integrating these goals into their strategies, companies can contribute to the broader global effort to address pressing environmental, social, and economic challenges.
Developed in partnership with Liverpool John Moores - Low Carbon Eco Innovatory
Our courses are written in partnership with
Liverpool John Moores University and are CPD
accredited.
All content is scientifically backed and reviewed
regularly to ensure they are at the cutting edge
of climate science.
If you can’t find what you are looking for or
would like to design a custom course, just ask
and we will design bespoke training to suit your
needs.
