ambition in action sustainability trainers workshop thursday 25 march, 2010
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Ambition in Action
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Sustainability TrainersWorkshop
Thursday 25 March, 2010
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Claire O’ConorA/Institute DirectorSydney Institute
Welcome
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Commitment to Sustainability
/ Government commitments/ DET – Year of Sustainability (2010)/ Sydney Institute – Environmental Sustainability Commitment
Statement (2007)/ Sydney Institute Education for Sustainability Strategy
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Leadership Review
Faculty responsibilities at College Director level
• Petersham/Enmore – Design, IT, Arts and Media
• Randwick – Community Services and Health
• St George – Built Environment & Transport
• Sutherland – Business
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Leadership Review
Faculty responsibilities at College Director level
• Ultimo/Eora – 3 Faculty areas
• Ultimo Cluster 1 - Manufacturing & Engineering
• Ultimo Cluster 2 – Tourism Hospitality & Service Skills
• Ultimo Director Eora Cluster 3 – Vocational Access and Languages
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Robby WeatherleyR/Associate DirectorOrganisational Capability
Dr Jeff CrassR/Manager Executive Services
Why we are here?
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Sustainability Trainer Program/ New initiative supported by Executive
/ Part of the Education for Sustainability Strategy
/ Workforce Capability Development – Sustainability Plan
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Workforce Capability Development – Sustainability Plan
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Outputs - Sustainability Trainer Program
/ Identify sustainability units of competency from relevant TP/ Identify resources for delivering units/elements/ Establish networks and partnerships / Range of delivery techniques and methodologies/ Develop and deliver a training program for staff/ Recognition – Analyse and apply sustainability skills into
learning programs (TAESUS501A)
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Outcomes for Sydney Institute
- knowledgeable and qualified staff
- quality resources and programs
- increase opportunities for clients
- commercial growth
- increase profile
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Catalysts for Innovation in Training
Short term (5 years)•Carbon•Web 2.0•Bio fuels•Wellness
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Medium term (10 – 20 years)•Water•Authenticity•Nuclear•Healthcare Insurance
Catalysts for Innovation in Training
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Longer term (> 20 years)•Water 2.0•People Tracking•Superconductivity•Mass Personalisation
Catalysts for Innovation in Training
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650,000 Years of CO2 and Global Warming
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Sustainability Trainers Program
/ Workforce Development Unit
/ Workforce Capability Development – Sustainability Working Group
/ Project Facilitator
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Lisa HoggardProject FacilitatorSustainability Trainers Program
A Spotlight on Sustainability in VET
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A spotlight on sustainability
Our Definition….
what does the term ‘sustainability’
mean to you?
What words would you use to
describe it?
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DEFINITIONS OF ‘SUSTAINABILITY’
‘“Skills for sustainability are the technical skills, knowledge, values and
attitudes needed in the workplace to develop and support sustainable
social, economic and environmental outcomes in the business, industry and
the community.
National Green Skills Agreement (2009 )
‘Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising
the ability of future generations to meet their own needs’
Brundtland Report ‘Our Common Future’ (1987)
“…enough…for all forever…”
African Delegate – Johannesburg World Summit on Sustainable Development (2002)
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Confronting major “new” realities :
1. Climate change & the carbon economy
2. Weakened global ecosystems
3. Changing economics of “sustainability”
What’s driving sustainability in the workplace?
Why a VET response? Environmental sustainability – key economic & skill development driver New green jobs & “greening old jobs” – transforming work & business practice VET - critical role in building skills base for a sustainable future
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DRIVERS FOR AUSTRALIAN WORKPLACES
‘The business case for doing things better and more efficiently….’
Erica Dale
ProfitabilityProfitabilityCapabilityCapability
SustainabilitySustainability
TBLTBLTBLTBL
Cost savings via eco-
efficiencies Triple bottom line benefits Compliance & reduced
risk Market advantages Innovation Improved skills Enhanced reputation Improved working
environment & community
relationships
Source: Niel Jacobsen 2008
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Martina RienznerDepartment of Environment, Climate Change and Water (DECCW)
Sustainability Skills Update
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Martina Rienzner - Energy Efficiency Training Program DECCW
Sydney Institute of TAFE NSW
25 March 2010
Sustainability Skills Update
Overview
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Resource use – a summary
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What does that mean for the planet
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Can we really change?
Electricity consumption per capita
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NSW - up 66.8%
California - up 11.6%
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Can we really change?
Electricity consumption per capita
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NSW - up 66.8%
California - up 11.6%
Have you seen good examples of sustainable practice ‘closer to home’?
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Who cares in the community?
Who Cares About the Environment? 2009 report
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Who cares in Australian Government?
Proposed National CPRS –Growth in State and Federal Govt programs – energy efficiency, renewables, skills programs
Data gaps re specific impacts: which industries, supply & demand issues
Knowledge and skills gaps – knowing what to do & how
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Who cares in NSW Government?
New NSW State Plan – released March 2010
Climate Change Action Plan
Government Sustainability Policy
Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Strategy
Action for Air
Metro Water Plan and Water for Life
Energy Efficiency Strategy
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SUSTAINABILITY ADVANTAGE (plus Energy Saver)
Holistic approach aiming to add business value
Planning, resource efficiency, staff engagement,
supply chain management
Industry and geographic clusters, specialist networks
Agribusiness, Building Products, Manufacturing, Riverina,
Higher Education Institutions, Hospitals and Aged Care,
Registered Clubs
Over 400 companies, employing over 80,000 people in NSW.
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Energy Efficiency Training Program
$20 million over 4 years (2009 – 2013), 5 elements:
1. Funded delivery of VET training to key trades (eg.
electricians, plumbers, building managers) & professionals (eg. engineers)
2. Professional development for VET trainers & educators
3. Professional development for HE educators & key professions (eg. accountants, engineers, architects)
4. Industry Partnerships projects to foster innovation, up-skilling & skills transfer between industry and training organisations
5. Research & evaluation
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Who cares in business?
Industry response to climate change (AIG 2009 survey by KPMG):
1. Almost ¾ of business measure or will measure (in next 3 yrs) carbon footprint
2. 70% have taken/are taking steps to change operational practices to manage carbon footprint
3. 38% have taken steps to reduce emissions, reduce energy overheads or reduce energy per unit/ production
4. > 60% have taken/are taking steps to invest in cleaner capital equipment
5. Approx ½ will seek external advice to manage carbon footprint
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What do skills have to do with it?
Skills & activities
in a product lifecycle
PRODUCTION DISTRIBUTION SERVICES
DecideDesignMake
SellStore
DisplayDeliver
InstallMaintain
Audit
Consumption
BuyUse
Dispose
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Green Business Skill Sets
New green jobs and greening of old jobs –
new technologies and practices need:
Core Skills – applicable to a particular trade or degree qualification
Converging Skills – cross-over the traditional skill sets for an occupation
Enabling and Business Skills - allow a business to respond to customer requirements & grow
Environmental Management Skills
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Implications for training providers, including TAFE
Understand whole of business hierarchy needs as well as supply chain needs
Ensure learners understand & use cutting edge technologies and thinking
Promote multi-skilling, eg. teach business skills to technical students
Develop & foster close relationships, improve knowledge sharing & communication
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Implications for trainers
Trainers are enablers of change You are experts and have the opportunity to
widen students’ understanding of their job role
What do you need to fulfil this role? What type of resources would help?
What are the skills gaps in your field and where should we focus our efforts?
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In closing
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Brenda CleaverDirector, Strategic Planning & Performance
• Sydney Institute Sustainability Framework
Sydney Institute Response
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Education for SustainabilityStrategy
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Education for Sustainability Framework
Environmental Risk Management
Institute risk management strategy
Institute environmental sustainability action plan (ESAP)
College plans Policy & Compliance
Environmental Market
Opportunities
In- house ecology
Delivery technology Resource consumption Waste/recycling Travel & communication Procurement Sustainable buildings &
practice
Certified environmental management system
Training & communication
Education for Sustainability
Culture
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SUSTAINABLE CENTRES OF EXCELLENCE
Business Development Partnerships & commercial funding to support training in skills for sustainability
Business opportunities Green product development
Knowledge Management Sustainable systems to
access & use knowledge
Strategic Planning & Performance Information ,research & support Sustainable design principles in
assets Environmental risk management
Corporate Services Partnerships with RAMU Green procurement Sustainable ICT Financial expertise
Workforce Capability Training in skills for
sustainability for staff Induction & awareness
programs for staff
Human Resources Workforce planning & recruitment for sustainability
Recognition & awards in sustainability
Student Information Course information in skills for
sustainability Online student induction in
sustainability
Promotions & Communications Sustainable marketing events &
materials Promotion of sustainability
Culture – Communication, Training & Recognition
Sustainable Practices
Training & Assessment in
Skills for Sustainability
Course Information & Development
Competent & Skilled Staff
Sustainability & Responsibilities
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Ian UgarteAssistant Director Business
• Market Segment – Green Skills Project
Sydney Institute Response
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Andrew EldridgeManager, Asset Planning
• Environmental sustainability targets, projects, achievements and Sustainability Champions
Sydney Institute Response
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EIF- Randwick Project overview
Sustainable Hydraulic Trade CentreRetrofit of existing Building B into a learning resource for the construction trades.
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AutoCel - A Transport Technology Centre of Excellence
/ AutoCel - A Transport Technology Centre of Excellence proposal at Ultimo College, proposes a $16.8M development
/ Investment in new learning technology such as alternative drive trains; alternative fuel systems; bio fuels; new technology to meet the challenges of a carbon efficient transport future.
/ Upgrading of the environmental performance of the building.
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Our Projects/ The Better TAFE Facilities ($8m)
• installation of approximately 500 timer switches in general classrooms and computer rooms;
• air-conditioning efficiency upgrades expected to reduce energy use by 10-15%;• passive cooling initiatives on a number of buildings;• energy efficient lighting installations; • water and energy efficiency installations in toilets.
/ Institute Investment Funds – energy and water efficiency/ EDC – “Unique solar recycled rainwater system for Greenskills”/ Demonstration Sustainable Laundry Loftus Campus/ Gymea Plumbing rainwater harvesting, recycling & urban irrigation
and “the sustainable shed” / Sustainable Building Design students’ projects
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What we are doing as an organisation?/ Our key environmental target is to be recognised as best
practice in carbon reduction by 2012.
/ Reduced our water use by 19%
/ Reduced our gas use by 3.6%
/ Increased our electricity use by 11.6%
/ 8% of our total power purchase is from Green Power.
/ Recycled 80 pallets of e-waste.
/ Diverted 64 tonnes of organic waste from landfill.
/ We are investing some $10m in green projects this year
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Our KPIs/ Electricity measured in kilowatt hours (kW-h) – target 8%
/ Water measured in kilolitres (kl) – target 8%
/ Gas measured in gigajoules (GJ) – target 8%
/ CO2e – based on energy consumption - target 8%
/ Waste/Recycling/Reuse – reduce overall and increase recycling and reuse
/ Staff completing Online training – 100% new and 50% existing
/ Sustainability unit module enrolment - 5% of total
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LiveDATA – Electricity Monitoring
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WaterSavers - Water Monitoring
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Staffing and Resources
/ Environmental Sustainability Officer/ Environment Champions / College “green teams” e.g. QUEST at Ultimo / Environmental Sustainability Action Plan
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What Does Sustainability mean for VET & Sydney Institute
Lisa HoggardProject FacilitatorSustainability Trainers Program
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WORKPLACES CAN CHANGE IF…..
Benefits are demonstratedAll stakeholders see increased income
Cost savings are real, not just hypothetical
There is on the ground knowledge of impact
Positive signals come from employers & unions
A legacy results from individual actions
Action is industry specificStandards and benchmarks are developed & applied
These have internal & external sources
Have independent, credible verification (ASA/ISO)
Localised language & approaches are used
Local people & places making tangible progress become
models
Expertise & collaborations grow at industry & enterprise
levels Source: Dusseldorp Skills Foundation
Green Collar Work 2008
Erica Dale
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New Green Jobs :
Eg. Renewable energy technologies, waste management & recycling, water &
waster water treatment, land remediation & treatment of hazardous waste
Eco industries eg. Solar, wind, biofuel and other renewable power sources
Greening Old Jobs :
Traditional industries will need new skills, or reorientation of existing
knowledge and skills
Industries with high environmental impact include agriculture, food, energy
and mining, recycling, manufacturing, transport and construction
Fostering creative, innovative thinking in our VET training approach is vital.
What do current developments mean for sustainability jobs in the workplace?
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As noted in Hatfield-Dodds et al (2008:23-24) important green collar skills include:
Trade skills – new green jobs/ greening old jobs
Planning and design
Business leadership and entrepreneurship
Project management and procurement
Specific business management expertise
Assessment of project requirements
Outcomes (eg energy usage)
Marketing and communication
Allan Lee
What do current developments mean for sustainability training in VET?
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WHAT CHANGES ARE NEEDED?
Greening new jobs in high intensive sectors & supporting greening of old jobs –
particularly those in high impact industry areas
new interface of trades and professions
creativity and innovation
workplaces that support innovation – built on collaboration & respect
Allan Lee
WHAT MIGHT THIS MEAN FOR RTOS?
Knowledge of the VET sector’s own environmental footprint
using tools & expertise already in VET
engaging students in sustainable practice eg. Measurement &
innovation
bring together key disciplines and expertise
Technology & innovation networking with industry
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THE NSW GREEN SKILLS STRATEGY & ENERGY EFFICIENCIES STRATEGY – DET NSW & DECCW
Funded ‘green’ training & online resources:
Prioritised funded training programs: a) Green skills business incentives &
b) Subsidised training in energy efficiency skills (short courses)
‘Green’ online resources : a) Business Guide & b) Course Finder
‘Green’ Industry Partnership Projects (AIM has applied here)
Company Demonstration projects
Course Development projects
Professional Development in Green Skills implementation
Green Skills in VET (covers some of areas from today plus more)
Two more PD programs are planned for 2010 – a) formal qualification for VET
practitioners & b) PD workshop to support RTOs in program implementation.
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Roles of the Sustainability Trainers
Lisa HoggardProject FacilitatorSustainability Trainers Program
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Erica Dale
AIM: build capability of staff to implement sustainability in
their program areas in areas such as:
identifying relevant sustainability units
identify / develop resources
build networks & partnerships
commercial growth opportunities
delivery & assessment approaches
develop / deliver a training program for your
colleagues to develop their skills for implementing
sustainability in their areas of VET practice
The Role of the Sustainability Trainer…
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Workbased Project & Support Arrangements
Lisa HoggardProject FacilitatorSustainability Trainers Program
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Build staff capability in sustainability in VET
Consolidate and build your own skills and knowledge
This may include:
supporting teaching colleagues - develop / deliver a training program for
your colleagues to develop their skills for implementing sustainability in
their areas of VET practice
3 key approaches underpin good practice in sustainability that we should
build into our projects:
Modelling sustainable practice in our role
Embedding sustainability in explicit, integrated ways into VET
Critically reflecting on our practice & supporting others in this
Scope of your Workbased Learning Project