1. Making ourselves and practices more sustainable [Your organisation’s Name] [Your Name]

2. What is Sustainable Development? Why should the 3 rd sector become more Sustainable? What is a Sustainable organisation? How can we become sustainable? My proposal 2 Contents

3. What is Sustainable Development? 3 Sustainable Development meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs Sustainable Development is a way of thinking about how we can respond to this challenge OUR VISION “The 3 rd Sector shapes the future by mobilising and inspiring others to tackle climate change and maximising the social and economical opportunities of action” http://www.defra.gov.uk/corporate/about/with/third- sector/documents/taskforce-march2010.pdf

4. Why should [Org name] become more Sustainable? 4 The transition to a low-carbon economy and society allows us to create resilient communities, new jobs, sustainable public services and a better quality of life We have an ethical responsibility to look after our environment Being energy and water efficient can result in cost saving benefits The Charity Commission Report, The Essential Trustee: What you need to know www.charity-commission.gov.uk/Publications/cc3.aspxwww.charity-commission.gov.uk/Publications/cc3.aspx

5. “More and more funders recognise that environmental awareness is a hallmark of a well run voluntary organisation and not just for environmental groups” Gaynor Humphreys, Director London Funders More information: http://www.charitycommission.gov.uk/Publications/cc10.aspx#a Why should [Org name] become more Sustainable?

6. What to look at when being sustainable…. 6 Premises and Practices is your office as sustainable as it can be? Promoting to People increases public trust and confidence in our service and influence others to do the same Procurement invest in sustainable suppliers Policy show commitment in our policies and standards

7. What is required from us? 7 Resources Require Time to research, investigate and implement Staff to take responsibility Factor budgeting and spending to include purchasing sustainable products/services

8. What do we have to gain? 8 Win: Competitive advantage Funding prospects An ethically minded and reputable organisation

9. How Can We Be Sustainable? 9 Make a team Assess our needs Set targets Give people responsibility Regularly review and progress

10. Next Step… 10 Any questions? Any ideas? Meeting date to discuss our next step Thank you