Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Save money on your energy bills by retrofitting your home
GC colleagues living in Greater Manchester are being offered free home energy advice, support and upgrades to make their homes warmer and cheaper to run.
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Upcoming Green Events
We have a number of events taking place across GC as part of the #SmallChangesBigImpact campaign that you can take part in to find out more about the changes you can make to reduce your carbon footprint.
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Catriona Watson shares why she chose to install a heat pump
Hear from Catriona Watson, Net Zero Training Manager at Green Economy, about her decision to have a heat pump installed, how she found the installation process and how it is helping her to reduce her carbon footprint.
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Sew it, don’t throw it! Clothes mending starter guide
Many of us have items of clothing hiding in our wardrobe that are in need of repairs. gThese items take up space and cannot be sold or donated to charity. The easiest option is to throw them away, but have you considered repairing or upcycling them instead?
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Green Tariffs - all you need to know
Our Sustainability Team shares everything you need to know about Green Tariffs and whether it's a good option for you.
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Zero Waste Week - Join our clothes swaps and say no to fast fashion
To celebrate Zero Waste Week, we're making it easy for colleagues to refresh their wardrobes. Join us at a clothes swap to add some new pieces to your collection in a more sustainable way and find out more about the hidden costs of fast fashion.
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
In conversation with... Grace Watson and Richard Walker - Cycling to Work
Hear from colleagues Grace Watson and Richard Walker about why they choose to cycle to work and their tips for beginners.
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
The hidden costs of fast fashion: Why we must act now
Fast fashion has revolutionised the way we shop, with cheap low-quality clothing easily available on the high street, it’s become hassle-free, convenient and affordable. However, this comes at a significant cost to the environment and to us as consumers as it poses an ethical dilemma.
Monday, August 5, 2024
Team Shoutout – GC Education and Skills AEB Team
Across GC, our colleagues are making big differences within their business units. Colleagues from GC Education and Skill’s AEB English and Maths team have incorporated climate education into learners’ English speaking assessments.
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Cycle to Work Day - Grace shares her morning commute
To celebrate #CycleToWorkDay, Grace Watson Head of Restart Greater Manchester shares what her morning commute into our Lee House office in Manchester looks like.
Monday, July 22, 2024
Plastic Free July - colleague pledges
Around 30 of the 300+ colleagues who have completed Carbon Literacy Training have made pledges around plastic waste, including plastic waste, plastic packaging (e.g. on-the-go food and drink containers), recycling plastic and buying plastic-free or lower-content plastic products.