EP7 - Alex Green (Ashden)

content typeInterview primary goalEducational summaryIn this insightful interview, Alex Green shares her journey from sustainability in various sectors to leading the Let's Go Zero campaign for UK schools. Discover how her work is transforming education estates into active climate infrastructures, the importance of human behavior, and practical strategies for achieving net zero in schools. keywordssustainability, education, net zero, climate action, schools, infrastructure, behavior change, UK, Let's Go Zero key topicsThe journey from sustainability to education leadershipThe impact of student activism on climate policyStrategies for decarbonizing school estatesThe importance of human behavior in sustainabilityInnovative solutions for overheating and flood resilience in schools guest nameAlex GreenTitlesHow UK Schools Are Going Zero Carbon: The Inside StoryThe Future of Sustainable Education with Alex Green sound bites"Most school buildings are already too warm for comfort""Passive cooling and ventilation are key to climate resilience""Access to private finance is the biggest challenge we face"Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sustainability in Education11:12 Alex Green's Journey in Sustainability13:11 The Impact of Student Strikes on Climate Action15:45 Global Perspectives on Sustainability17:38 Identifying Gaps in School Sustainability20:08 Understanding Sustainability for Schools24:20 The Ripple Effect of School Closures27:21 Changing Approaches to Sustainability Advocacy32:29 Adapting Schools for Climate Resilience34:15 Cognitive Impact of Extreme Heat on Students36:47 Leadership and Progress in Schools38:39 Understanding Building Management and Usage41:35 Making Environmental Management Easy44:13 Challenges in Accessing Private Finance46:52 Influences in Environmental Leadership51:16 The Importance of Collaboration53:40 Getting Involved with Let's Go Zero resourcesLet's Go Zero Website - https://www.letsgozero.org/UK Department for Education Sustainability Strategy - https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/sustainable-schoolsGreen Finance Institute - https://www.greenfinanceinstitute.co.uk/UCL Research on Heat and Cognitive Function - https://www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2023/mar/heat-cognitive-performance-schoolsOasis Community Organisations - https://www.oasisuk.org/Education Estates Conference June 2023 - https://www.educationestates.com/ guest linksLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexgreen/Website - https://www.letsgozero.org/