Collaboration Between MyCarbon and Warneford Consulting: Supporting Schools On Their Journey To Net Zero

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By Dr John Whittle

MyCarbon is delighted to announce its partnership with Warneford Consulting, a collaboration that marks a significant advancement in supporting schools across England in their journey towards Net Zero. Our shared vision focuses on providing comprehensive carbon management solutions, including carbon footprint assessments, strategic decarbonisation planning, and emissions reduction initiatives tailored specifically for educational institutions.

By leveraging our expertise in carbon accounting, sustainability strategies, and data-driven decision-making, MyCarbon and Warneford Consulting aim to set a new standard for sustainability in the education sector.

A Brief History: Initially founded in 2017, MyCarbon specialises in the calculation, reduction and offsetting of carbon footprints, to support our clients on their journey to net-zero. Climate change is the biggest threat of our time, and it will take committed and invested action to ensure that we have a planet to continue living on. This mission is crucial for schools and universities in particular, who directly nurture the generation that will inherit (and confront!) the decisions we make today.

Our Services

  • Sustainability Quick Scan (SQS): The SQS acts as a Carbon Action Plan (CAP) for schools and other businesses, which helps layout the key steps of the future decarbonisation process and makes the case for the cost and carbon benefits of each stage. Getting a clear picture of your CAP can be crucial in helping you to demonstrate a clear ROI to both potential funders and internal stakeholders, ensuring that future investments to the school represent improvements in infrastructures and impact management. Through working with Warneford Consulting, we are offering these at a reduced rate to schools.
  • Carbon Footprint Reporting: Measuring your carbon footprint is a crucial first step towards reducing your impact on the environment. By understanding your emissions, you can develop a targeted approach to cutting your carbon footprint, while also identifying opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies. The framework for our corporate greenhouse gas assessment is supported by principals and requirements listed in ISO 14064-1.
  • Net-Zero Strategies: We believe in getting as close to your business as possible, which is why we love to visit you on site so we can get a real feel for your challenges and spot any immediate quick win reductions. Once we’ve mapped out your business, we utilise carbon modelling to create reduction scenarios that identify the most efficient and effective routes to Net Zero. We also develop a custom net-zero dashboard for your business to monitor your progress and keep you on track. Our consultants will also schedule regular check-ins to tackle any challenges as they arise and support you throughout the journey.

Key People:

Michael Greenhough, Director & Co-Founder: Mike has extensive experience in sustainability consultancy and carbon footprint analysis in accordance with ISO14064 standards. He is our whizz at creating speciality carbon tools and carbon footprint modelling platforms. Previously he has worked in the aerospace industry across R&D, operations and supply chain management. He has a Masters Degree in Engineering from Loughborough University.
Michael Greenhough, Director & Co-Founder: Mike has extensive experience in sustainability consultancy and carbon footprint analysis in accordance with ISO14064 standards. He is our whizz at creating speciality carbon tools and carbon footprint modelling platforms. Previously he has worked in the aerospace industry across R&D, operations and supply chain management. He has a Masters Degree in Engineering from Loughborough University.
Dr John Whittle, Director of Operations & Strategy: Always drawing on his social scientist background, John has advised some of the biggest brands and businesses in the world on how to understand and manage their global & social impact; both in terms of their environmental footprint and how they successfully engage with their customers and audiences. He has a BSc in Sociology and Postdoctoral Degree in Social Science from Loughborough University.
Dr John Whittle, Director of Operations & Strategy: Always drawing on his social scientist background, John has advised some of the biggest brands and businesses in the world on how to understand and manage their global & social impact; both in terms of their environmental footprint and how they successfully engage with their customers and audiences. He has a BSc in Sociology and Postdoctoral Degree in Social Science from Loughborough University.
Leah McLaughlin, Senior Consultant: Leah is one of MyCarbon’s senior consultants, where she specialises in corporate greenhouse gas reporting. Prior to her work at MyCarbon, she has extensive experience in analysing and interpreting earth observation data and sentinel imagery for a range of agricultural and environmental projects. Leah also holds a master's degree in environmental policy from University of College Dublin.
Leah McLaughlin, Senior Consultant: Leah is one of MyCarbon’s senior consultants, where she specialises in corporate greenhouse gas reporting. Prior to her work at MyCarbon, she has extensive experience in analysing and interpreting earth observation data and sentinel imagery for a range of agricultural and environmental projects. Leah also holds a master’s degree in environmental policy from University of College Dublin.
Dr Toby Green, Director & Co-Founder: Toby co-founded MyCarbon alongside Michael whilst conducting his PhD at the University of Leeds in Bio-energy in 2016. With expertise in carbon quantification, emission reduction strategies and carbon offsetting, it's his life's mission to reduce the impact of the climate crisis on the world.
Dr Toby Green, Director & Co-Founder: Toby co-founded MyCarbon alongside Michael whilst conducting his PhD at the University of Leeds in Bio-energy in 2016. With expertise in carbon quantification, emission reduction strategies and carbon offsetting, it’s his life’s mission to reduce the impact of the climate crisis on the world.

Selling Points

  • Scientific Expertise & Methodology: Our team is comprised of staff with a wide-array of PhD’s and STEM graduates. As a result, scientific methodology is at the heart of every MyCarbon report.
  • Proven Track Record: A history of successful projects and satisfied clients stands testament to our capabilities in a wide range of industries.
  • Industry Partners: MyCarbon has a range of industry partners beyond Warneford Consulting, including THG Eco, MarshMclennan & GoodZero.

Relevance to Warneford Consulting

The partnership between MyCarbon and Warneford Consulting is a strategic collaboration that combines complementary expertise in carbon management and educational infrastructure improvement. MyCarbon’s focus on comprehensive carbon footprint assessments, Net Zero strategies, and emissions reduction aligns perfectly with Warneford Consulting’s commitment to enhancing the education estate.

By offering SQSs to schools at a reduced rate, this partnership ensures that educational institutions can operate efficiently and sustainably, creating an optimal learning environment while meeting the Department for Education’s long-term sustainability goals. By leveraging our combined expertise, we provide comprehensive solutions that address both immediate challenges and strategic objectives, guiding schools towards Net Zero and fostering a sustainable future for the next generation.