Conferences and events
There are various events taking place annually in Solihull which have a healthy participation from local schools.
Learn more about some of the events taking place and how your school can get involved.
The Solihull Schools Climate Conference is hosted annually by Solihull Council in partnership with InterClimate Network (ICN) and empowers young people to explore and engage with climate change by taking part in a COP debate.
To express an interest in participating in the next conference, email slardner@solihull.gov.uk.
Read more about last year’s Solihull Schools Climate Conference.
The awards are open to all schools in the borough and challenge pupils and teachers to learn more about the environment both locally and globally, culminating in an awards presentation at the Council House.
Read more about how to get involved in the Greener Solihull School Awards.
Schools starting out their Greener Solihull School Awards journey are invited to join a free webinar which shares ideas, best practice, and guidance on the application process, focusing on Levels 1, 2 and 3.
This webinar takes place via Microsoft Teams between 3.45-4.30pm on 4 February 2025.
Download the webinar leaflet for details.
For more information and to sign up, contact slardner@solihull.gov.uk.
Discover how to connect students with nature and increase biodiversity in your outdoor space through the National Education Nature Park programme, which provides access to resources including digital tools, classroom activities and an interactive map.
This free webinar takes place via Microsoft Teams between 3.45-4.30pm on 11 February 2025.
Download the webinar leaflet for details.
For more information and to sign up, contact slardner@solihull.gov.uk.
Learn how to create a Climate Action Plan – a requirement for all schools by 2025 – with insights from Let’s Go Zero, a national campaign helping schools reduce carbon emissions.
This free webinar takes place via Microsoft Teams between 3.45-4.30pm on 25 February 2025.
Download the webinar leaflet for details.
For more information and to sign up, contact slardner@solihull.gov.uk.
Join a free webinar to introduce you to the Department for Education’s Climate Ambassadors scheme, providing information on how to request a Climate Ambassador to support you with the development and delivery of a Climate Action Plan.
This webinar takes place via Microsoft Teams between 3.45-4.30pm on 4 March 2025.
Download the webinar leaflet for details.
For more information and to sign up, contact slardner@solihull.gov.uk.
Explore how Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) equipment can reduce energy consumption and drive sustainability, empowering students and staff to save energy.
This webinar takes place via Microsoft Teams between 3.45-4.30pm on 11 March 2025.
Download the webinar leaflet for details.
For more information and to sign up, contact slardner@solihull.gov.uk.