Date of event: Thursday 4th December 2025
Time: 10:30am – 16:00pm
Venue: STEM Centre – University of Bradford
Overview:
An inclusive Net Zero Island challenge for young people with SEND. The UK government has set a target of achieving Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050 as it looks to slow the pace of climate change and minimise its consequences on people, places, businesses, and nature. The Bradford District have set a more ambitious target of achieving Net Zero by 2038.
The Net Zero Island challenge sees teams of Key Stage 4 and Post 16 students develop ideas for sustainable living on a fictional island.
The teams of up to six learners explore how they would produce energy for heating and cooking, fuel transport and manage waste and water for a population of 30,000 without creating carbon emissions.
The project allows the teams to collaborate and carry out research into new and existing innovative ways to support the journey to Net Zero. Students share their ideas with industry representatives and council officials.
To sign up, please go to the SkillsHouse portal or email bradfordCTE@bradford.gov.uk
