Ambition in Action Sustainability Trainers Workshop Thursday 25 March, 2010

Ambition in Action Claire O’Conor A/Institute Director Sydney Institute Welcome

Ambition in Action 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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Ambition in Action 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

Ambition in Action 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

Ambition in Action Robby Weatherley R/Associate Director Organisational Capability Dr Jeff Crass R/Manager Executive Services Why we are here?

Ambition in Action Sustainability Trainer Program /New initiative supported by Executive /Part of the Education for Sustainability Strategy /Workforce Capability Development – Sustainability Plan

Ambition in Action Workforce Capability Development – Sustainability Plan Awareness (All staff) Self-paced Workshops (Institute and College Based ) Online induction program supported by online resources Process to meet 2010 Business Plan targets Sustainability Trainers (Nominated staff) 1-day workshop Action & Learning Plan Work-based Learning Project Qualification Training Program for Specific Industry Area Qualified staff to increase the capability to provide training and mentoring to teaching sections and units. Industry/Teaching Sections (Teaching sections targeted) Training Program for Specific Industry Area Workshops (ISC, TES, Prof Assoc) Networks – Prof Assoc/Across Institute Qualification Qualified teachers in industry specific areas Provide services and expertise across Institute as required by Colleges

Ambition in Action 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)

Ambition in Action Outcomes for Sydney Institute -knowledgeable and qualified staff -quality resources and programs -increase opportunities for clients -commercial growth - increase profile

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Ambition in Action Catalysts for Innovation in Training Short term (5 years) Carbon Web 2.0 Bio fuels Wellness

Ambition in Action Medium term (10 – 20 years) Water Authenticity Nuclear Healthcare Insurance Catalysts for Innovation in Training

Ambition in Action Longer term (> 20 years) Water 2.0 People Tracking Superconductivity Mass Personalisation Catalysts for Innovation in Training

Ambition in Action 650,000 Years of CO 2 and Global Warming Today’s CO 2 600, , , , , ,000 0 Years

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Ambition in Action Sustainability Trainers Program /Workforce Development Unit /Workforce Capability Development – Sustainability Working Group /Project Facilitator

Ambition in Action Lisa Hoggard Project Facilitator Sustainability Trainers Program A Spotlight on Sustainability in VET

Ambition in Action A spotlight on sustainability Our Definition…. what does the term ‘sustainability’ mean to you? What words would you use to describe it?

Ambition in Action 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)

Ambition in Action 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

Ambition in Action DRIVERS FOR AUSTRALIAN WORKPLACES ‘The business case for doing things better and more efficiently….’ Erica Dale 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

Ambition in Action Martina Rienzner Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water (DECCW) Sustainability Skills Update

25 Martina Rienzner - Energy Efficiency Training Program DECCW Sydney Institute of TAFE NSW 25 March 2010 Sustainability Skills Update Overview

26 Resource use – a summary

27 What does that mean for the planet

28 Can we really change?

29 Can we really change? Electricity consumption per capita Kilowatt hours NSW - up 66.8% California - up 11.6% Have you seen good examples of sustainable practice ‘closer to home’?

30 Who cares in the community? Who Cares About the Environment? 2009 report

31 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

32 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

33 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.

34 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

35 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

36 What do skills have to do with it? Skills & activities in a product lifecycle PRODUCTION Decide Design Make DISTRIBUTION Sell Store Display Deliver SERVICES Install Maintain Audit Consumption Buy Use Dispose

37 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

38 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

39 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?

40 In closing

Ambition in Action Brenda Cleaver Director, Strategic Planning & Performance Sydney Institute Sustainability Framework Sydney Institute Response

Ambition in Action Education for Sustainability Strategy

Ambition in Action Education for Sustainability Framework Environmental RiskManagement  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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Ambition in Action Ian Ugarte Assistant Director Business Market Segment – Green Skills Project Sydney Institute Response

Ambition in Action Andrew Eldridge Manager, Asset Planning Environmental sustainability targets, projects, achievements and Sustainability Champions Sydney Institute Response

Ambition in Action EIF- Randwick Project overview Sustainable Hydraulic Trade Centre Retrofit of existing Building B into a learning resource for the construction trades.

Ambition in Action 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.

Ambition in Action 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

Ambition in Action What we are doing as an organisation? /Our key environmental target is to be recognised as best practice in carbon reduction by /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

Ambition in Action 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

Ambition in Action LiveDATA – Electricity Monitoring

Ambition in Action WaterSavers - Water Monitoring

Ambition in Action Staffing and Resources /Environmental Sustainability Officer /Environment Champions /College “green teams” e.g. QUEST at Ultimo /Environmental Sustainability Action Plan

Ambition in Action What Does Sustainability mean for VET & Sydney Institute Lisa Hoggard Project Facilitator Sustainability Trainers Program

Ambition in Action WORKPLACES CAN CHANGE IF….. Benefits are demonstrated All 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 specific Standards 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

Ambition in Action 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?

Ambition in Action 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?

Ambition in Action 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

Ambition in Action 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.

Ambition in Action Roles of the Sustainability Trainers Lisa Hoggard Project Facilitator Sustainability Trainers Program

Ambition in Action 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…

Ambition in Action Workbased Project & Support Arrangements Lisa Hoggard Project Facilitator Sustainability Trainers Program

Ambition in Action 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