Cornwall Leads Environmental Skills Programme

The environmental sector is one of the strongest economic drivers for businesses in the South West and now a unique project, Strengthening the Environment Sector (SES), aims to equip companies and public sector agencies with the skills to compete effectively in this new 'low carbon economy'.

Supported by the European Social Fund and the Skills Funding Agency, SES offers five programmes delivered through a partnership of regional organisations led by Cornwall College Business including Rezolve, Environmental Skills Network, Global Action Plan, Business Link and the Cornwall Development Company.

Some of the courses are a response to government legislation, which encourages the generation of sustainable energy as well as reducing the UK's carbon footprint. SES flagship programmes, Planning for Energy and Carbon Management, aim to help businesses financially benefit as well as comply with legislation, resulting in real competitive advantage for organisations in the region.

Justin Olosunde, responsible for Environmental Goods and Services at Cornwall College Business and the project's lead said: "The environmental industry is set to play a key role in the South West's economy and Strengthening the Environment Sector programmes are designed specifically to help businesses and public sector agencies increase profit, skills and knowledge as well as avoid penalties for carbon output."

"The five programmes, which also include management and leadership training, are available at any Cornwall College location or at your workplace at a convenient time of day. SES programmes are not confined to Cornwall and can be delivered at locations across the UK."

SES offers training up to degree level and is relevant for businesses and organisations of any size from the self-employed to large corporates like supermarkets or airports and public sector departments such as local authorities.

For more information about Strengthening the Environment Sector (SES) programmes please contact one of the Business Training Advisors on:  Tel. 0800 731 7594