Our new Green Skills Academy aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue careers in the growing field of sustainability and environmentalism. This academy will offer a range of courses and programs focused on topics such as renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, eco-friendly building and design, and environmental policy and advocacy.
By partnering with local and national businesses and organizations, the Green Skills Academy will provide students with real-world experience and opportunities for work experience and employment. The academy will also foster a culture of innovation, forward-thinking, and sustainability within the college and surrounding community, encouraging adopting environmentally friendly practices and behaviours.
The Green Skills Academy is an exciting opportunity for us to meet the demand for skilled professionals in these emerging fields, prepare students for success in the rapidly changing job market, and positively impact the environment.
The academy has formed an employer advisory group with significant expertise across all sectors and vocations.
Partnerships
The Green Skills Academy will establish partnerships with local and national businesses and organizations to provide students with real-world experience and opportunities for work experience and employment. Potential partners will include industries such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainable transportation, sustainable agriculture, forestry, eco-tourism, waste management, and water management. It will also include industries that are not directly related to sustainability but significantly impact the environment, such as manufacturing, construction, and transportation.
Employer Advisory Group Profiles
Andrew Wallace
Production Coordinator
Anord Mardix
With over 23 years of dedicated service at Anord Mardix, Andrew has been a cornerstone of the switchgear department, bringing deep expertise and unwavering commitment to excellence. Throughout their tenure, they have played a pivotal role in mentoring the next generation of engineers, working closely with Kendal College to support apprentices and coordinate with T-Level students. Passionate about talent development, Andrew is also actively involved in all recruitment efforts for the switchgear team. A forward-thinker, they are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance workplace sustainability, ensuring that progress and environmental responsibility go hand in hand.
Garry Sharples
Senior Project Manager – Renewables
National Trust
Ian Morrall
Managing Director
Dyson Energy Services
James Dickinson
John Kelly
John Mansergh
Director of Business Improvement
South Lakes Housing
Kate Houlden
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Managing Director
like technologies
Rachel Tyson
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Head of Partnerships & Projects
Cumbria Tourism
Richard Hayes
Stuart Lovell
Plumbing Lecturer
Kendal College
Curriculum Offer
Green skills are related to the environment, sustainability, and the management of natural resources. As concerns about climate change and environmental degradation continue to grow, there is an increasing demand for professionals with these skills. These green skills, including forestry and engineering, are expected to be in high demand in the coming years. The Green Skills Academy will offer a range of courses and programs focused on meeting these demands.
