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Success Stories
MANCAT Saving Energy
An inspirational environment for learning incorporating the latest, most advanced 'green' technology, North Manchester’s Sixth Form Centre is a prime example of energy efficiency. This award-winning building is contributing to regeneration and education in North Manchester.Other success stories
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Cornwall College
Cornwall College is one of the largest providers of foundation degrees in the country, offering over fifty courses. New courses for 2007 include live arts, emergency management, yacht science, integrated environmental management, cruise ship operations, and conservation and countryside management. More about Cornwall College
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The Genesis Centre - Somerset College's Sustainable Star
At a cost of £2.5 million and inspired by its students, Somerset College’s Genesis Centre is an international example of a truly sustainable building. More about The Genesis Centre - Somerset College's Sustainable Star
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MANCAT Saving Energy
An inspirational environment for learning incorporating the latest, most advanced 'green' technology, North Manchester’s Sixth Form Centre is a prime example of energy efficiency. This award-winning building is contributing to regeneration and education in North Manchester. More about MANCAT Saving Energy
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Bedford College's Renewable Energy Centre
Bedford College, in partnership with Lowestoft College, is home to the country’s only Skills for Energy Centre of Vocational Excellence (CoVE). The college’s innovative and technologically advanced curriculum meets the ever increasing demand for renewable energy - created from biomass, wind or solar sources. More about Bedford College's Renewable Energy Centre
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Richmond Adult Community College's Green Travel
In working towards becoming a greener college, Richmond Adult Community College provides staff with bicycles to travel the 2.5 miles between the two college campuses. All bikes are well serviced and staff are given a lesson in road safety and adjusting the bike to individual requirements. Bikes come complete with helmets, fluorescent jackets, lights and saddlebags which fit the essential laptop computer, files and books. More about Richmond Adult Community College's Green Travel