Net Zero Courses

Emerging Technologies

Drones improve efficiency, reduce the need for transport and lower the carbon footprint of projects. Drones can fly quickly and safely into places that are difficult, hazardous or expensive to reach therefore saving time, resource and cost, as well as offering health and safety benefits.

Retrofitting Your Home

To meet the new PAS2035 standard we need more skilled workers in a range of areas, as well as upskilling existing construction workers so that the retrofit activity is fit for purpose.

The Need for Traditional Skills

Traditional skills remain in demand. Net Zero will span all occupations and sectors, some roles will be purely environmental focused, but just like the technological revolution in the late 20th century - we anticipate that 'green skills' will form part of all we do.

Building for the Future

Construction and the built environment is a major source of carbon emissions, representing around 40% of the UK's total output.

Most industrial efforts to decarbonise will come from retrofitting existing buildings, as the UK Green Building Council estimates that up to 95% of emissions from the built environment over the next 30 years will come from existing buildings.

Upskilling to Reach Net Zero

There are many elements within the construction sector that will require new and updated skills to support reaching Net Zero for both new and older properties and commercial buildings.

Retrofitting

To meet the new PAS2035 standard we need more skilled workers in a range of areas, as well as upskilling existing construction workers so that the retrofit activity is fit for purpose.

Alternative Heating Solutions

To achieve net zero, we need to generate our own electricity from a mix of low carbon and renewable sources. Heat pumps are seen as a solution to replace traditional domestic gas boilers.

Skills in Demand

With the Celtic Sea and Freeport projects launching in Wales it is vital we have the basic skills to provide energy companies with the workforce for now and the future. We continue to evolve our provision.

Alternative Heating Solutions

In order to achieve Net Zero, natural gas boilers will be phased out and various heat pumps, such as air and ground source, will be installed in their place.

Green Transport

Transport emissions is one of the largest contributors to carbon emissions in Wales. Electricians and mechanics can benefit on upskilling in our net zero skills training.

Building for the Future

In a bid to tackle the emissions from the built environment, new houses will need to be highly energy efficient as well as constructed using less carbon emitting materials. Modern methods of construction such as off-site manufacturing will also help to achieve Net Zero.

The Need for Traditional Skills

Traditional skills remain in demand. Net Zero will span all occupations and sectors, some roles will be purely environmental focused, but just like the technological revolution in the late 20th century - we anticipate that 'green skills' will form part of all we do.

Mechanics

To support the reduction in emissions it is essential for mechanics to test systems and sensors within the engine. Improved diagnostics can support a reduction in carbon output of vehicles.

Driving Net Zero in the Workplace

A key focus is determining how your business can achieve Net Zero. From energy to supply chain management, the elements required to face the challenge can be achieved. From hairdressers to manufacturing, climate change is impacting us all. The route to solutions can be skills development and ensuring you can meet the challenges set.

Skills in Demand

With the Celtic Sea and Freeport projects launching in Wales it is vital we have the basic skills to provide energy companies with the workforce for now and the future. We continue to evolve our provision.

Advancing Technology and Manufacturing

With ever-developing changes in industry, there are a variety of skills needed to support organisations to reach net zero. Whether it be energy, supply chain or lean ways of manufacturing as some examples, upskilling existing workforces can really make the difference and drive down costs.

Working in High Risk Environments

Drones improve efficiency, reduce the need for transport and lower the carbon footprint of projects. Drones can fly quickly and safely into places that are difficult, hazardous or expensive to reach therefore saving time, resource and cost, as well as offering health and safety benefits.

High Risk Environments

Drones improve efficiency, reduce the need for transport and lower the carbon footprint of projects. Drones can fly quickly and safely into places that are difficult, hazardous or expensive to reach therefore saving time, resource and cost, as well as offering health and safety benefits.

Green Agriculture and Practices

90% of the land area in Wales is dedicated to farming. The nature of this land means that is mostly used for rearing sheep and cattle. The focus isn't on reducing the number of livestock but instead about how we can make our production more efficient to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Green Energy Developments

To achieve net zero, we need to generate our own electricity from a mix of low carbon and renewable sources. Solar energy can make a major contribution to the UK's national objectives.

Land-Based Wind Energy

It is vital we have the basic skills to provide energy companies with the workforce for now and the future. We continue to evolve our provision. We offer a range of engineering and health and safety qualifications all to support safety and the skills needed for building and maintaining our wind capabilities across Wales.

Caring for Our Environment

Net Zero and green skills will be a part of all jobs. The skills needed are both traditional and developing. Just like the emergence of computers in our lives in the late 20th Century to today where they are intrinsic to our lives, so will green skills be part of our work. From supply chain, manufacturing, farming and retrofit to name but a few - the skills needed to support our ambition in Wales to be net zero by 2030 will need skill development.