Net Zero Toolkit for Church of England Schools

The Church of England has committed to reaching Net Zero Carbon by 2030, including reducing emissions from school buildings. To support schools on this journey, the Net Zero Toolkit has been developed as a practical, step-by-step guide to planning and delivering decarbonisation projects.

Introducing the Toolkit

The toolkit has been transformed into an interactive online learning experience, helping school leaders, governors, diocesan teams, and estates professionals navigate each stage of a net zero project. Through nine structured modules, you will gain access to guidance, practical tools, templates, and examples that support informed decision-making from initial planning through to project delivery.

Whether you are at the beginning of your net zero journey or progressing an existing project, the toolkit provides a clear framework to help you manage risks, secure funding, engage stakeholders, and achieve successful outcomes.

Launch the Net Zero Toolkit below to begin your learning journey.

Supporting documents, templates, and additional resources can also be accessed further down this page.


Documents

Supporting documents

Contacts

We hope that you find this toolkit helpful in delivering your Net Zero projects. If you have any questions or queries, please contact:

rory.quinn@churchofengland.org

Best practices and further reading

C of E Schools Net Zero Commitments

C of E Net Zero Roadmap

Decarbonisation Guide for Schools

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