A new short film highlighting the potential benefits of sustainability aims to inspire people to sign up to the government’s Sustainable Schools agenda. 

Posted: 26 June 2009

Commissioned by DCSF, Sustainability Matters is a seven-minute film available to watch or download on the updated Sustainable Schools website - www.teachernet.gov.uk/sustainableschools.

Ideal for stimulating group discussion among students, staff and governors, it shows how sustainable development isn’t just about recycling and low-energy bulbs, but encompasses care for oneself, care for each other and care for the environment. It also reveals the far-reaching potential benefits of integrating sustainability into a school’s daily life, from budget savings to higher standards.

In light of the government’s vision that all schools are sustainable by 2020, the updated website also has tips on how to get involved, information on local support and case study examples from schools that have already taken steps towards sustainability.