Race to Zero
We have joined the Race to Zero, a global initiative for a zero carbon world, and are committed to becoming a net zero organisation and a leader in sustainability practices by 2042.
Green gown awards
In October 2024,the Group won the 2030 Climate Action award at the Green Gown Awards UK & Ireland for our ongoing commitment to decarbonisation and sustainability. These commitments included major infrastructure upgrades at Bedford College and restoring The Bedford Sixth Form’s Grade 2 listed building into a modern and sustainable property.
Green Skills, Sustainability & Environmental Awareness Week
In March 2026, Tresham College’s Green Skills, Sustainability & Environmental Awareness Week brought together students, employers and environmental organisations across its Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough campuses through sustainability-focused lessons, activities, awareness stalls and demonstrations, helping students understand environmental responsibility, sustainable practices, green technologies and the growing career opportunities within the green skills sector.
Funding for Virtual Reality technology
In March 2026,Bedford College was awarded £15k National Skills Innovation Grant funding for Virtual Reality technology to deliver training in renewable energy and sustainable construction.
Students will be able to practise skills such as installing solar panels, fitting heat pumps and using eco-friendly building methods without the cost, risk or environmental impact of traditional training. This will support 16–18-year-olds, NEET young people (aged 16–24 not in education, employment or training) and adults looking to retrain.
Helping to restore
In May 2026,Bedfordshire-based Wooden Hill Coffee became the new coffee bean supplier for all of our college coffee shops, celebrating the collaboration through a tree-planting event.
This local partnership not only reduces the carbon emissions of transport, but also contributes to woodland restoration and biodiversity across Bedfordshire. This is because Wooden Hill Coffee plants a tree for every 100kg of coffee roasted.
