1. Introduction and Statement of Commitment
Learnera UK (“the Company”) is dedicated to promoting sustainability and protecting the environment through responsible, ethical, and transparent business practices. As a leading provider of online courses and training, Learnera UK recognises its obligation to minimise its environmental footprint and contribute positively to a sustainable future. This policy demonstrates our commitment to continuous environmental improvement and compliance with applicable UK legislation and global sustainability principles.
2. Purpose
The objectives of this Policy are to:
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Reduce Learnera UK’s environmental impact across all operations.
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Promote sustainable practices within our supply chain, partnerships, and course delivery.
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Encourage an organisational culture of environmental awareness and responsibility.
3. Scope and Applicability
This Policy applies to:
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All employees, contractors, and volunteers of Learnera UK.
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Directors, officers, and business partners.
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Third parties acting on behalf of or in association with Learnera UK.
4. Legal Framework
Learnera UK will comply with all relevant UK environmental laws, including the Environmental Protection Act 1990, and any international standards relevant to our online operations.
5. Definitions
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Environmental Impact: Any change to the environment resulting from Learnera UK’s activities.
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Sustainability: Meeting current learning and business needs without compromising future generations’ ability to meet theirs.
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Carbon Footprint: The total greenhouse gas emissions caused directly and indirectly by Learnera UK’s operations.
6. Environmental and Sustainability Principles
Learnera UK strictly upholds:
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Reducing energy and resource consumption across digital infrastructure.
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Promoting digital efficiency and eco-friendly technologies.
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Encouraging remote work and online collaboration to minimise travel-related emissions.
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Implementing responsible procurement by prioritising environmentally friendly suppliers.
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Raising environmental awareness among employees, learners, and stakeholders.
7. Sustainable Partnerships
Learnera UK will conduct appropriate due diligence on suppliers and partners to ensure they share our commitment to sustainability, including:
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Incorporating environmental clauses in contracts.
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Assessing supplier sustainability credentials.
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Encouraging sustainable innovations in course production and delivery.
8. Roles and Responsibilities
Board of Directors
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Provide strategic oversight of environmental and sustainability objectives.
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Approve the Policy and monitor its implementation.
Environmental Lead
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Oversee environmental initiatives and compliance.
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Report on sustainability progress.
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Advise on best practices and innovation in sustainable eLearning.
Employees and Third Parties
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Adhere to this Policy and actively support environmental improvements.
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Report any concerns or ideas for sustainability enhancements.
9. Training and Awareness
Learnera UK will:
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Provide induction and annual refresher training on environmental awareness to all employees.
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Promote sustainability awareness to learners through our courses and content.
10. Monitoring and Review
The Environmental Lead will:
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Conduct periodic reviews of environmental performance and policy effectiveness.
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Report annually to the Board of Directors on sustainability achievements and areas for improvement.
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Recommend updates based on legal or operational changes.
11. Reporting and Whistleblowing
Learnera UK encourages staff and third parties to report any suspected environmental breaches or concerns in line with our Whistleblowing Procedure, with full protection against retaliation for good-faith reports.
12. Disciplinary Measures
Failure to comply with this Policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or contracts, consistent with Learnera UK’s code of conduct.
Approved by: Nigel Long
Position: Compliance Manager
Date Approved: 01/01/2025
Next Review Date: 01/01/2026