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Green resources for educators
Inspire the next generation with green opportunities
As an educator, you can inspire the next generation of green professionals. The green economy is growing fast, and you must equip your students with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in this rapidly evolving sector.
This resource is designed to support you in teaching students about green careers, sustainability, and the skills needed to succeed in a sustainable economy. Whether you are introducing green topics into your curriculum or guiding students on career paths, you’ll find useful tools to help empower them to make a difference in the world.
For great resources to help with next steps, click the links below.

We've grouped and provided links to the job profiles of some of the 100s of career pathways available in the Green Economy.
Agriculture, Ecology and Conservation
• Agronomist(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/agronomist/)
• Arboriculturist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/arboriculturist)
• Commercial Horticulturist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/commercial-horticulturist)
• Ecologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/ecologist)
• Environmental Education Officer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/environmental-education-officer)
• Environmental Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/environmental-engineer)
• Environmental Health Practitioner(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/environmental-health-practitioner)
• Forest Woodland Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/forest-woodland-manager)
• Forester(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/forester/)
• Natural Conservation Officer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/nature-conservation-officer)
• Palaeontologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/palaeontologist)
• Ranger(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/ranger/)
• Research Scientist (Physical Sciences)(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/research-scientist-physical-sciences)
• Toxicologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/toxicologist)
Art, Design, and Creative Engineering
• Clothing & Textiles Technologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/clothing-textile-technologist)
• Community Arts Worker(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/community-arts-worker)
• Design Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/design-engineer)
• Furniture Conservator Restorer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/furniture-conservator-restorer)
Business, Strategy, and Leadership
• Carbon Accountant(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/carbon-accountant/)
• Charity Officer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/charity-officer)
• Community Development Worker(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/community-development-worker)
• Corporate Social Responsibility Manager(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/corporate-social-responsibility-manager/)
• Environmental Consultant(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/environmental-consultant)
• Environmental Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/environmental-manager)
• Green Campaign Manager(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/green-campaign-manager/)
• Integrated Management Coordinator Consultant(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/integrated-management-coordinator-consultant/)
• International Aid Development Worker(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/international-aid-development-worker)
• Project Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/project-manager)
• Risk Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/risk-manager)
• Science Writer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/science-writer)
• Scientific Laboratory Technician(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/scientific-laboratory-technician)
• Sustainability Analyst(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/sustainability-analyst/)
• Sustainability Consultant(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/sustainability-consultant)
• Sustainable Finance Advisor(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/sustainable-finance-advisor/)
Construction, Infrastructure, and Urban Development
• Building Control Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/building-control-surveyor)
• Building Services Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/building-services-engineer)
• Building Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/building-surveyor)
• Commercial - Residential Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/commercial-residential-surveyor)
• Construction Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/construction-manager)
• Consulting Civil Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/consulting-civil-engineer)
• Electrical Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/electrical-engineer)
• Environment Manager(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/environment-manager/)
• Environmental Auditor(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/environmental-auditor/)
• Estates Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/estates-manager)
• Facilities Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/facilities-manager)
• Landscape Architect(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/landscape-architect)
• Logistics and Distribution Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/logistics-and-distribution-manager)
• Passenger Transport Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/passenger-transport-manager)
• Planning and Development Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/planning-and-development-surveyor)
• Recycling Officer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/recycling-officer)
• Rural Practice Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/rural-practice-surveyor)
• Supply Chain Manager(https://prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/supply-chain-manager)
• Town Planner(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/town-planner)
• Transport Planner(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/transport-planner)
• Urban Designer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/urban-designer)
• Waste Management Officer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/waste-management-officer)
Digital and Technology
• Architectural Technologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/architectural-technologist)
• Communications Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/communications-engineer)
• IT Consultant(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/it-consultant)
Energy and Environmental Engineering
• Electrician(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/electrician/)
• Energy and Carbon Manager(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/energy-and-carbon-manager/)
• Energy Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/energy-engineer#related-items)
• Energy Manager(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/energy-manager)
• Environmental Impact Assessor(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/environmental-impact-assessor/)
• Heat Pump Installer(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/heat-pump-installer/)
• Retrofit Coordinator(https://www.greencareershub.com/find-your-green-role/job-profiles/retrofit-coordinator/)
• Water Engineer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/water-engineer)
Geoscience and Earth Systems
• Engineering Geologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/engineering-geologist)
• Geochemist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/geochemist)
• Geophysicist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/geophysicist)
• Geoscientist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/geoscientist)
• Hydrogeologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/hydrogeologist)
• Hydrographic Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/hydrographic-surveyor)
• Hydrologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/hydrologist)
• Minerals Surveyor(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/minerals-surveyor)
• Soil Scientist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/soil-scientist)
Marine Science and Careers
• Marine Biologist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/marine-biologist)
• Marine Scientist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/marine-scientist)
• Oceanographer(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/oceanographer)
• Water Quality Scientist(https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/water-quality-scientist)
• Eco-Schools (https://www.eco-schools.org.uk/)–(https://www.eco-schools.org.uk/) A global program that helps schools become more sustainable through student-led initiatives.
• UK Polar Network School Engagement (https://polarnetwork.org/education-and-outreach/)– Offers resources and opportunities for students to learn about polar science and climate change. (https://www.polarnetwork.org/)
• Societree (https://www.societree.uk/)– A Plymouth-based CIC focused on environmental education and community projects. (https://www.societree.org/)
• Environmental Education Hub - Devon LNP:(https://www.devonlnp.org.uk/knowledge-hub/environmental-education/) A comprehensive resource for environmental education in Devon.
• Horizons Project - Plymouth Sound National Marine Park:(https://plymouthsoundnationalmarinepark.com/horizons-project/) An educational project aimed at raising awareness about the marine environment.
• Sea in Our School - Ocean Conservation Trust:(https://oceanconservationtrust.org/ocean-experiences/plymouth-sound-national-marine-park-2/sea-in-our-school/) Provides interactive lessons about marine conservation.
• Bees UK - Teaching Resources:(https://www.beesuk.org/teachers) Offers educational materials focused on the importance of bees and biodiversity.
• Education Nature Park:(https://www.educationnaturepark.org.uk/) Provides resources and experiences to help schools teach students about nature and sustainability.
• Brilliant Labs (https://www.brilliantlabs.ca/brilliant-blue)- Innovation Challenges(https://www.brilliantlabs.ca/brilliant-blue)
A platform where students engage in STEM projects that foster problem-solving skills and
innovation, focusing on sustainability and technology.
• Drax Sprint: Carbon Capture
(https://www.springpod.com/)Virtual work experience in carbon capture technology.
• EDF - Energise Your Career
(https://www.springpod.com/)Virtual program focusing on careers in energy sustainability.
• Empowering Energy Futures - Siemens
(https://www.springpod.com/)Explore roles in energy and sustainability with Siemens.
• Encounter Edu(https://encounteredu.com/)
Free live lessons and resources on climate change, ocean conservation, and sustainability. (https://encounteredu.com/)
• Engineering a Sustainable World - IChemE(https://www.springpod.com/)
Dive into engineering solutions for a sustainable future.
• Skype a Scientist(https://www.skypeascientist.com/)
Connects classrooms with real scientists for live virtual sessions.
• Springpod Virtual Work Experience (https://www.springpod.com/)
Providing students with insight into green careers, sustainability, and environmental sciences. (https://www.springpod.com/)
• STEM Ambassadors (https://www.stem.org.uk/stem-ambassadors)
STEM professionals who provide engage with schools to share insights into STEM careers.
• Brilliant Labs - Library:(https://www.brilliantlabs.ca/library) A collection of educational resources for integrating technology and environmental science into classrooms.
• Climate Change Resources - NEU:(https://neu.org.uk/advice/classroom/teaching-resources/climate-change/resources-tackling-climate-crisis) Offers resources for teaching about climate change and addressing the crisis.
• Climate Ed Resources - Teach for All:(https://learning.teachforall.org/climate-ed/climate-ed-resources) A global platform offering resources to educate students on climate change.
• Go Wild - WWF:(https://www.wwf.org.uk/gowild) Offers activities and challenges to encourage children to engage with nature and wildlife.
• Green Schools Revolution - Teachers:(https://www.greenschoolsrevolution.uk/teach-the-teacher/teachers) A program to help teachers incorporate environmental topics into their curriculum.
• Green Skills - Earthwatch:(https://edu.earthwatch.org.uk/greenskills) Educational materials and programs focused on developing green skills in students.
• SOS-UK Resources:(https://www.sos-uk.org/) Provides resources to help schools teach about sustainability and climate change action.
• Sustainable Futures - WWF:(https://www.wwf.org.uk/get-involved/schools/sustainable-futures/educators) Provides educators with resources to teach students about sustainability and environmental issues.
• Teach the Future:(https://www.teachthefuture.uk/) A campaign and resource hub advocating for climate education in schools.
• Green Horizons guide (https://www.skillslaunchpadplym.co.uk/_files/ugd/dae349_f6c67c986b324eaaa993c7616702c901.pdf)
• Green Skills Training Directory (https://dae3492f-68f7-4107-916d-1ef47c59e033.usrfiles.com/ugd/dae349_2fa2df2c5c914cba8b195014233b87ed.pdf)
• Climate Connections Plymouth (https://climateconnectionsplymouth.co.uk/)
• Green Careers Hub - identifying your skills (https://www.greencareershub.com/developing-your-career/careers-advice/identifying-your-skills/)
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