We have been working as NETpositive Futures since early 2014. Here you can see our current projects and also some of projects we have worked on during the past 3 years.

On our Archived Projects page you can also find examples of the organisations we have worked with and the projects we have delivered before this time.

Current Projects

[info_list font_size_icon=”24″ connector_color=”#ffffff”][info_list_item list_title=”Anglia Ruskin University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We are working with the procurement team at ARU to help them develop a series of category strategies.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”ARCO” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^185|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Projects.png|caption^null|alt^null|title^NETpositive Projects|description^null”]We are currently working with ARCO supporting the organisation to deliver its commitment to developing a sustainability strategy and action plan and also providing general sustainability support.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Birmingham City University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We are working with Birmingham City University to carry out a review of its position on the Flexible Framework. We shall also be training the team on Sustainable Procurement. This work will enable us to identify gaps in process and produce an action plan to enable the university to achieve Level 4.

[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Coventry University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We are providing training sessions for the Procurement Team on the Flexible Framework and focusing on:

What is sustainability and impact analysis?

Sustainability and the procurement process

Supplier engagement/development[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”GoGreen Bristol” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^192|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Relationships.png|caption^null|alt^null|title^NETpositive Relationships|description^null”]

Throughout 2015, the eyes of the world were on Bristol as the European Green Capital – the first UK city to win this prestigious award.

The award offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to demonstrate what can happen when people come together to inspire, create and achieve a shared vision for a sustainable city and we were delighted to be part of it.

As part of a commitment to advancing expertise in all areas of sustainability Business West and Low Carbon South West are leading an innovative programme of business engagement called Go Green Bristol. We are delighted that our NETpositive Business Engagement tool is central to their approach and thrilled that over 500 Bristol businesses have currently created a sustainability action plan using our tool.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Kingston University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We have been supporting the Sustainability Hub and the procurement team to deepen their relationship and demonstrate progress on the Flexible Framework. Through a combination of training and practical support we are reviewing their processes and practice and ensuring sustainable procurement is embedded throughout and considered efficiently. We are now supporting Kingston to achieve level 5 on the Flexible Framework.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Supplier Engagement Tool (HE)” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^192|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Relationships.png|caption^null|alt^null|title^NETpositive Relationships|description^null”]In collaboration with the NWUPC, NEUPC, SUPC and TUCO purchasing consortia together with the University of Manchester, this HE version of the tool was launched to the wider Higher Education sector in February 2016. The tool is designed to support and develop the supply chain, which is crucial to embedding sustainability in the procurement process.

The tool also includes content that specifically addresses the requirements of the Modern Slavery Act to help procurement professionals meet their disclosure obligation.

We now have 45 universities signed up as tool providers and over 4,000 suppliers registered on the tool creating action plans.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Ulster University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We are supporting the procurement and sustainability teams at Ulster University to embed sustainability in the procurement process and practice. This is a combination of training, facilitated peer-review sessions and contributing to their policy and process documentation.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Central Lancashire” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]Following a review of UCLan’s position on the Flexible Framework we are also delivering training sessions to staff on Sustainable Procurement including:

What is Sustainable Procurement?

  • Social value
  • Environmental
  • Economical

Whole Life Costings/Life Cycle Costings

  • Tools available

Price verses Sustainable Procurement argument

Potential targets/aspirations within Purchasing

Using EU Regulations to support our sustainable procurement aspirations[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University College London” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We are providing a package of support and practical inputs to enable UCL to embed sustainability into its work. The package is a mixture of on-site and remote activities and has a focus on the best use of the Supplier Engagement Tool in the University’s context.[/info_list_item][/info_list]

[info_list font_size_icon=”24″ connector_color=”#ffffff”][info_list_item list_title=”University of Birmingham” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^185|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Projects.png|caption^null|alt^null|title^NETpositive Projects|description^null”]We have been supporting the University in the development and writing of a Sustainability Strategy. The process includes four key stages:

Building the Foundations

  • Materiality analysis (what issues are important to our organisation?)
  • Stakeholder analysis (what issues are important to our stakeholders?)
  • Future thinking (what issues will be important in the future?)

Collaborative Development

  • Staff engagement (to enable meaningful input into the strategy)
  • Communication plan (to ensure everyone knows what is going on)
  • Current activity (to build on what are we already doing well)

Reporting and Governance

  • Reporting mechanisms and timings
  • Clear governance processes (clarity of management)

Promotion and Celebration

  • Website development (raising the profile of the plan)
  • Stakeholder engagement (promoting the activity and demonstrating leadership)

[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Birmingham” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstrategy-review%2F||”]We have been working with the procurement team at the University to help them embed sustainability into process and practice as well as demonstrate progress against the Flexible Framework. This has resulted in the team recently achieving level 5. They are keen to lead peer institutions in the region and we look forward to supporting them in this ambition also.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Bristol” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We are supporting the University of Bristol with a package of work that will enable it to achieve level 4 of the Flexible Framework, in addition to demonstrating considerable progress against the ISO20400.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Bristol” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We were asked to propose a package of support designed to help University of Bristol explore and develop materials to help integrate Whole Life Costing (WLC) into the thinking and practice of the university and we are working with them on this project throughout 2018.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Leeds” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]The aim of our project with the University of Leeds is to build a deeper and shared understanding of sustainability and sustainable procurement amongst procurement professionals at the University through a programme of review, workshop design and delivery.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Manchester” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We have been working with the University of Manchester’s procurement team since 2014 and they remain one of the sector leaders in terms of their work on Responsible Procurement. We have recently supported them to become the first university in the UK to achieve Level 5 on the Flexible Framework . We were also recently commissioned by the University to produce a guidance document showing how the ISO20400 aligns with the Flexible Framework, which can be found here.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Manchester” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^192|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Relationships.png|caption^null|alt^null|title^NETpositive Relationships|description^null”]We are working with the University of Manchester on a whole-institution, five-year staff engagement signature programme under the auspices of the sector-leading Social Responsibility team: ‘10,000 Actions‘. Our NETpositive Staff Engagement Tool is at the heart of a training programme delivered to all staff at the institution. This is a truly ground-breaking piece of work we are delighted to be part of.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Northampton” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^192|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Relationships.png|caption^null|alt^null|title^NETpositive Relationships|description^null”]We are delighted that The University of Northampton is using our NETpositive Student tool to support its students in becoming Changemakers and encouraging a culture of social entrepreneurship on the UK’s first official Changemaker Campus. Students are using the NETpositive tool to explore issues around social value. The tool enables students to create a personalised action plan that signposts support and resources to help them realise their social enterprise ideas.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”YPO” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We are currently working with YPO to develop our Supplier Engagement Tool for use in its context. The tool, which recently launched, has an emphasis on social value and environment-related projects that are of importance to YPO together with its commitment to demonstrating leadership on this agenda.

We shall be demonstrating the role the Supplier Engagement Tool could have in stimulating action on social value and demonstrating the impact of action rather than the promise of policy.[/info_list_item][/info_list]

Recent Projects

[info_list font_size_icon=”24″ connector_color=”#ffffff”][info_list_item list_title=”Anglia Ruskin University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”385|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fsustainable-procurement-2%2F||”]We recently supported the procurement team to undertake a review of their process and practice and created a simple action plan for them to progress on the Flexible Framework.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Association of Research Managers and Administrators (ARMA)” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^183|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Projects-400-x-400.png|caption^null|alt^null|title^NETpositive Projects 400 x 400|description^null”]We continued a long association with ARMA in 2016 with the provision of a range of training sessions relating to the development of strategy and policy. We also continued our Capacity Building activity with the Executive Board by developing and delivering a 3-day residential course.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Aston University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”385|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fsustainable-procurement-2%2F||”]We delivered a one-day training course on sustainable procurement to members of the West Midlands Universities procurement group.

[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Australasian Research Management Society (ARMS)” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”183|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Projects-400-x-400.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstrategy-review%2F||”]We were commissioned by ARMS  to undertake a review of their current organisational  strategy and manage a governance review.  Working with the Board and executive office we developed and facilitated a board retreat to explore the future direction of the organisation.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Bath Spa University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”385|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fsustainable-procurement-2%2F||”]We helped Bath Spa University to review their sustainability strategy, particularly in relation to procurement and develop an appropriate implementation plan.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Bible Society” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^183|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Projects-400-x-400.png|caption^null|alt^null|title^NETpositive Projects 400 x 400|description^null”]We were excited to start working with Bible Society in 2016. We are working with their UK staff to develop a sustainability strategy that resonates with the core purpose and beliefs of the organisation and maximises their ability to demonstrate their positive impacts.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”British Universities Finance Directors Group (BUFDG)” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”385|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fsustainable-procurement-2%2F||”]We were delighted to have supported BUFDG in the development and delivery of work relating to sustainable procurement. In addition to supporting the launch of their guidance on sustainable procurement we delivered a series of training sessions across the country during 2014/15.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Canadian Association of Research Administrators (CARA)” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”183|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Projects-400-x-400.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstrategy-review%2F||”]We were asked by CARA to undertake a review of their current organisational  strategy and carry out  a governance review.  Working with the Board and executive office we developed and facilitated a board retreat to explore the future direction of the organisation. In addition to this we wrote the early draft to help them structure and shape their new strategic plan.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Edge Hill University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We carried out a simple review to report on the current position on the Flexible Framework of Edge Hill University. This included; an external review of procurement guidance, messaging and commitments in the public domain; an internal review and interviews with staff and the production of a report including bespoke recommendations to enable movement up the framework levels.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Environmental Association of Universities and Colleges (EAUC)” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”385|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fsustainable-procurement-2%2F||”]We delivered a day of training on sustainable procurement for Student Unions.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Glasgow Caledonian University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^192|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Relationships.png|caption^null|alt^null|title^NETpositive Relationships|description^null”]Our Capital Build tool was used with Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) as part of their Heart of the Campus redevelopment. The tool enabled GCU to support all of the contractors to develop their own NETpositive action plans and the report at the end of the project provided the University with valuable information about the sustainable social value of their project.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Imperial College” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]In collaboration with University of Cambridge, University College London and the University of Manchester we have provided a set of impact analysis documents free for the HE sector. Alongside guidance on how to use these to embed sustainability consideration into procurement process we demonstrated how these institutions are leading the way but also sharing their own learning with their peers.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Keele University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We have worked with the sustainability and procurement teams at Keele University to demonstrate progress towards Level 4 on the Flexible Framework. This has been a combination of training, facilitated peer-review sessions and contributing to their policy and process documentation.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Kings College London” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We were asked to propose a package of support designed to help the Kings College London (KCL) to achieve Level 4 on the Flexible Framework within 6 months and we shall be working on this project in the early part of 2017.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Kingston University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”182|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Services-400-x-400.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fcapacity-building%2F||”]We developed and delivered a two-day programme to support the Sustainability Team enabling them to build on the already strong foundations to empower them to enhance their collective approach.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Newcastle University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We supported the procurement team to demonstrate Level 4 activity on the Flexible Framework. We initiated this support with a simple review of their process and practice, created an action plan for them to demonstrate progress and have been providing the team with training and development.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Northumbria University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”183|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Projects-400-x-400.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstrategy-review%2F||”]We delivered a package of training for procurement staff on sustainable procurement which included Whole Life Costing.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Liverpool Hope University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”183|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Projects-400-x-400.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstrategy-review%2F||”]We provided support to Liverpool Hope University on their sustainability strategy development and action planning. This included reviewing a range of strategic documents and providing on-site advice and training[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Nottingham Trent University” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”192|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Relationships.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstakeholder-engagement%2F||”]Nottingham Trent University was part of our 2013/14 pilot of our NETpositive Student tool. Working with each of the 7 pilot institutions we created a NETpositive Student Tool bespoke to their university.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”Southend Adult Community College” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”192|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Relationships.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstakeholder-engagement%2F||”]We have worked with the college to develop a Sustainable Social Value strategy for the college, which truly recognises the social value delivered by a community college beyond simply the qualifications attained by the students.

The college is now utilising the NETpositive Staff Tool to stimulate further individual action on sustainability by staff, however, with a much greater emphasis on capturing the social value delivered as part of core business practice.

We know that colleges have the potential to be amongst the most sustainable organisations on the planet and this initiative will capture the evidence of this with a greater focus on the measurement of social and economic impact beyond the attainment of qualifications.[/info_list_item][/info_list]

[info_list font_size_icon=”24″ connector_color=”#ffffff”][info_list_item list_title=”The Hive (Nottingham Trent University)” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”182|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Services-400-x-400.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fcapacity-building%2F||”]We provided half day workshops and a follow up masterclass to provide participants with the understanding to be able to respond to clients on sustainability and CSR, support to develop policies and action plans to take CSR forward in an appropriate way for their business and the confidence to understand where they should be focusing their time[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University College London” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”192|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Relationships.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstakeholder-engagement%2F||”]University College London was part of our 2013/14 pilot of our NETpositive Student tool. Working with each of the 7 pilot institutions we created a NETpositive Student Tool bespoke to their university.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University College London” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]In collaboration with University of Cambridge, Imperial College and the University of Manchester we have provided a set of impact analysis documents free for the HE sector. Alongside guidance on how to use these to embed sustainability consideration into procurement process we demonstrated how these institutions are leading the way but also sharing their own learning with their peers.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Birmingham” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]We have been working with the University of Birmingham to identify a range of resources and approaches in respect of Whole Life Costing. We have been reviewing resources that are both available to, and being used successfully within, Higher Education and beyond. This review will allow the project to draw on best practice approaches and enable the University to decide on next steps to take in its approach to Whole Life Costing.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Cambridge” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”385|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fsustainable-procurement-2%2F||”]We delivered a package of training on sustainable procurement including 3 days of training enabling staff to develop a clear and shared understanding of sustainability and sustainable procurement – building staff confidence and understanding, a detailed understanding of the Flexible Framework and the opportunities it provides, and introduced a detailed approach to commodity analysis.

[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Cambridge” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”192|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Relationships.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstakeholder-engagement%2F||”]The University of Cambridge was part of our 2013/14 pilot of our NETpositive Student tool. Working with each of the 7 pilot institutions we created a NETpositive Student Tool bespoke to their university.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Cambridge” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]In collaboration with University College London, Imperial College and the University of Manchester we have provided a set of impact analysis documents free for the HE sector. Alongside guidance on how to use these to embed sustainability consideration into procurement process we demonstrated how these institutions are leading the way but also sharing their own learning with their peers.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Durham” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”183|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Projects-400-x-400.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstrategy-review%2F||”]Our work with Durham included a desk-based document review of the plans, policies and strategies that provide the context for the sustainability team, a comparison of team sizes and structures at other Russell Group universities, a review of current activity, a session with stakeholders to explore what the future vision and priorities of the team should look like and a report to inform the next steps for the team.

[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Gloucestershire” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”185|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Projects.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstrategy-review%2F||”]We undertook two projects for the University of Gloucestershire; co-ordinating the university’s submission to the People and Planet Green League for 2014 and carrying out a review of the Regional Centre of Expertise in Education for Sustainable Dvelopment (RCE Severn).

[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Leeds” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”192|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Relationships.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstakeholder-engagement%2F||”]The University of Leeds was part of our 2013/14 pilot of our NETpositive Student tool. Working with each of the 7 pilot institutions we created a NETpositive Student Tool bespoke to their university.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Manchester” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”185|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Projects.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstrategy-review%2F||”]Between 2012 and 2014 we developed, designed and delivered a behaviour change programme for the Environmental Sustainability Team. The programme covered aspects of staff and student engagement, curriculum and research.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Manchester” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^385|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg|caption^null|alt^null|title^netpositive_£|description^null”]In collaboration with the University of Cambridge, University College London and Imperial College we have provided a set of impact analysis documents free for the HE sector. Alongside guidance on how to use these to embed sustainability consideration into procurement process we demonstrated how these institutions are leading the way but also sharing their own learning with their peers.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Manchester” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^185|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Projects.png|caption^null|alt^null|title^NETpositive Projects|description^null”]We supported the Environmental Sustainability Team to deliver an ambitious two-year promoting positive behaviour programme: ‘Think Sustainability’. This meant working closely with the fantastic team there to support a range of activity from embedding sustainability into the curriculum and business planning processes, to recasting their website to facilitate engagement that develops and deepens their network of staff sustainability enthusiasts.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Nottingham” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”182|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Services-400-x-400.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fcapacity-building%2F||”]We delivered a day’s training to the Sustainability Directorate team members exploring their individual and collective views on sustainability and what that meant for the University, Directorate and their respective teams.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Oxford” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”id^182|url^http://netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Services-400-x-400.png|caption^null|alt^null|title^NETpositive Services 400 x 400|description^null”]We worked with the University of Oxford to deliver a training session to support the development of the Sustainability Team.

The Environmental Sustainability Team at the University of Oxford understands that to deliver effectively it needs to develop approaches that model excellence within its own working practices.

The team is keen to find ways of working that are congruent with the complex, formal structures of its institution at the same time as nurturing the dynamic and innovative approaches responding to Environmental Sustainability challenges.

NETpositive Futures delivered a one-day programme to support this team, enabling them to build on the strong foundations created to-date and to empower them to further develop their collective approach.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Oxford” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”385|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fsustainable-procurement-2%2F||”]We supported the University of Oxford procurement and sustainability teams to develop their sustainable procurement policy and strategy. We ensured their documentation seamlessly supported related strategies within the institution and was aligned with their Flexible Framework ambitions.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Oxford” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”192|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Relationships.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstakeholder-engagement%2F||”]The University of Oxford was part of our 2013/14 pilot of our NETpositive Student tool. Working with each of the 7 pilot institutions we created a NETpositive Student Tool bespoke to their university.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Reading” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”385|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fsustainable-procurement-2%2F||”]We delivered a day of sustainable procurement training to the team at Reading.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of Westminster” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”183|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Projects-400-x-400.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstrategy-review%2F||”]We provided consultancy support to the University of Westminster in relation to the review of their CSR Strategy and their community engagement.

[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University of the West of England” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”192|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NETpositive-Relationships.png” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fstakeholder-engagement%2F||”]We delivered a session looking in depth at the data being produced by our Business Engagement Tool being used as part of the go Green Bristol project.[/info_list_item][info_list_item list_title=”University Purchasing Consortia (NWUPC, NEUPC, TUCO)” icon_type=”custom” icon_img=”385|http://2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/netpositive_£.jpg” info_list_link_apply=”icon” info_list_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2F2016.netpositivefutures.co.uk%2Fsustainable-procurement-2%2F||”]We remain actively working with these consortia in collaboration but the activity that brought them together was support to achieve Level 4 on the Flexible Framework. Facilitating this group of member organisations to collectively develop their capacity in relation to sustainable procurement was one of our 2014 highlights. Training their teams and working with them to ensure that sustainability is embedded within their processes and practices has been an activity that will continue to benefit their members in the coming months and years.[/info_list_item][/info_list]