What is Educators Academy all about?
Educators Academy is an award-winning company focused on building a culture of sustainability within organisations. It offers green skills education, certification, and consultancy to businesses, governments, and educational providers worldwide. The core belief? Every job IS a green job! Sustainable development means changing how we live, work, and act. Education and training lay the foundation for this cultural shift, empowering individuals and organisations to make better choices for the planet and its people. With courses and qualifications spanning all levels of Green Skills, the Academy upskills organisations from the top down and bottom up. Their programmes have been tried and tested across many countries, delivering lasting results. Notably, their ESG Leader programme is certified by UPEACE University, operating under a UN mandate.
Main Benefits of Sustainability Education
Why does sustainability education matter? Because what’s good for the planet is good for business. Here are some eye-opening facts:
- Companies can save up to 30% on utilities by training their workforce in Green Skills.
- Products with ESG-related claims have averaged 28% cumulative growth over the past five years.
- 65% of employees prefer working for businesses with strong environmental policies.
- New European Directives require companies to publicly report ESG performance aligned with ESRS.
- Even if a company isn’t directly under CSRD reporting scope, being part of a larger supply chain means they’ll be impacted.
- Investors increasingly favour sustainable businesses, public tenders now include sustainability criteria, and banks offer green finance loans.
Services Offered by Educators Academy
The Academy provides a range of services designed to make sustainability accessible and actionable. Their Sustainability Education courses empower individuals and organisations to reduce environmental impact and improve social outcomes. Courses are crafted to provoke cultural change at every organisational level. On the certification front, they offer global programmes that provide transparency on how organisations contribute to sustainable development. There’s a specific certification for Hospitality and a broader ESG Certification for all industries. Additionally, their ESG Consultancy has supported large international bodies and governments, helping shape education and tourism policy development and implementation. The goal? Creating lasting change and influencing future legislation.
How Educators Academy Makes Sustainability Easy
Sustainability can sound complex, right? But the Academy believes it should be easy to understand by everyone—not just scientists or policymakers. Their action-based programmes simplify sustainability, making it easy to grasp and implement in daily life or careers. Expert facilitators are always ready to support clients, removing barriers along the way. They describe their approach as “labrador style”—friendly, accessible, and straightforward. From ESG Leadership training to employee awareness, the Academy ensures sustainability education is approachable and effective.
Online Learning for Global Reach
All programmes are delivered online, making them accessible anytime, anywhere. This approach not only reduces the carbon footprint associated with travel but also allows the Academy to serve a global audience. Online delivery supports equal access to quality education, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 4, which promotes inclusive and equitable quality education for all. It’s a win-win: learners get flexible access, and the planet benefits from fewer emissions.
Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 4: Quality Education – Providing inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all.
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – Promoting sustained, inclusive economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – Taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – Strengthening the means of implementation and revitalizing global partnerships for sustainable development.
LeafMark™ Certification: A Symbol of Commitment
The LeafMark™ is more than just a logo—it’s a certification that signals real commitment to sustainability skills within an organisation’s workforce. It shows leadership, responsibility, and action. Organisations displaying the LeafMark™ tell their customers and communities that they’re not just aware of environmental responsibilities but actively empowering their teams to take meaningful steps. The certification comes in three levels, each representing a deeper commitment to green skills training. It’s a powerful way to demonstrate genuine dedication to sustainability.
