Early Learning Sustainability Audit - Cool Australia



161925161925Early Learning Sustainability AuditBiodiversity AuditNote: this audit investigates the health of ecosystems, including plants and animals.Habitat GardensYesNoCommentsIndigenous and/or native plants, trees, habitat treesPond, frog bog, wetland, dry creek bedButterfly gardenNesting box for birds or small mammalsRocks and logs for reptiles and insectsSignage in the garden eg. plant namesIndoor plants and gardensFood GardensYesNoCommentsVegetable gardenHerb gardenIndigenous food (‘bush tucker’) gardenFruit treesGarden MaintenanceYesNoCommentsPlants grown from seedsSoil enriched with mulch and/or compostWeeds controlled using environmentally-friendly chemicalsNature PlayNatural materials used for playMud play and/or mud kitchenChildren play in gardenBush Kinder or wildscape programPaper UseYesNoCommentsElectronic newslettersElectronic bulletins and memosElectronic reporting, child portfolios, learning stories (i.e. Storypark)Trays or tubs for re-using paperDouble-sided printing/photocopyingOther:Other:Energy and Air Quality AuditAppliancesYesNoCommentsAppliances turned off at power pointsHigher energy rated appliances eg. 5Star whitegoodsWashing is dried on the clothes line instead of using a dryer, where possibleLightingYesNoCommentsLighting and heating/cooling turned off when not needed Natural lighting eg. windows, sky lightsEnergy efficient bulbsLight fittings cleaned regularlyHeating and CoolingYesNoCommentsBuilding has adequate insulationBlinds on windowsDouble glazing on windowsTrees, shade cloth, window awnings to protect building from the heat of the SunCeiling fansOpen windows and doors used before air conditioners/heatersThermometers used to guide when to turn on air conditioners/heatersAir conditioners/heaters centred regularlyDraft proof windows and doors Renewable EnergyYesNoCommentsSolar hot waterSolar panelsRenewable electricity from energy supplier (check electricity bill)Wind turbineTransportYesNoCommentsExcursions use walking/public transportFamilies use sustainable transportOther:Other:Waste AuditLandfill and RecyclingYesNoCommentsCo-mingled recyclingPaper/cardboard recyclingSignage for different types of binsRubbish-free food (‘nude food’)Reusable drink bottlesReusable cutlery and cupsTea towels and containers used instead of plastic wrapReusable hand towels used instead of paper towel or efficient hand dryersPaper is shredded and used for animalsFood and Garden WasteYesNoCommentsCompost binsWorm farmsAnimals eat food scraps eg. chickensGarden waste composted or mulchedLitterYesNoCommentsYard is litter freeOutside bins have lidsLitter signs on storm water drains (ask local council or shire about this)Reusing MaterialsYesNoCommentsUnwanted household items collected for activities, art projects etc.Furniture/equipment reused or donatedElectronic WasteYesNoCommentsPhotocopier/printer ink and toners refilled or recycledComputer equipment is recycledMobile phones are recycledElectronic appliances are recycledGreen PurchasingYesNoCommentsCleaning products ordered in bulkCloth, biodegrable or compostable nappies used instead of disposableSecond-hand products, instead of new, bought when possiblePost-consumer recycled paper used in printers and photocopiersOrganic and/or biodynamic products (look on the label)Fair trade products (look on the label)Locally made and/or sourced products Palm-oil free productsOther:Other:Other:Other:Other:Other:Water AuditMains WaterYesNoCommentsLeaks identified and fixedWater pressure adjustedFlow restrictors and/or aerators installedTap timers or auto shut-off taps4, 5 or 6 Star rated water appliancesDual flush toiletsWaterless urinals and/or compost toiletsWater waste minimised during water play Water CollectionYesNoCommentsWater tanksGrey water used on gardenBuckets under taps collect waste water for garden eg. taps for handwashingGardensYesNoCommentsComposting and mulchingLocal, drought tolerant plantsDrip, timed or underground watering systemGardens only watered in early morning or late afternoonOutdoor areas swept instead of hosed offCleaningYesNoCommentsEnvironmentally friendly cleaning products eg. phosphate freeOther:Other:Other:Other:Learning Programs AuditCommunicationYesNoCommentsEducators provided with support and/or professional development for teaching sustainability educationChildren involved in planning and decision making about sustainabilityChildren have shared responsibility for sustainability routines eg. turning off lightsChildren given responsibility to care for animals and plantsChildren educated about environmental protection and conservationChildren supported to show respect for the environmentChildren develop awareness of the interdependence of living thingsChildren learn about and/or spend time in local ecosystems Excursions and outings help educate children about sustainabilityIncursions or guest speakers help educate children about sustainabilityOther:Other:Other:Other:Other:Other:Other:Other:Community Engagement AuditInvolving FamiliesYesNoCommentsSigns helps with systems and routineseg. labels on different types of binsSustainability information and tips shared regularly with familiesSustainability information included in the newsletterSustainability information shared on noticeboard and/or in foyerFamilies participate in sustainability projects eg. working beesCentre has sustainability committee or group that involves staff and familiesCentre celebrates sustainability events eg. Enviroweek, Tree Day, Earth HourOther:Other:Other:Outside Your GatesYesNoCommentsCentre shares sustainability information with others eg. tours, case studiesCentre works with local council or shire on sustainability projectCentre works with local group/s or network/s on sustainability projectCentre is part of local environment network/groupCentre attends local sustainability eventsCentre participates in local sustainability campaigns or programsOther:Other:Notes:This audit has been developed in partnership with CERES Community Environment Park. CERES provides programs for learners of every age and background to help them acquire the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values necessary to shape a sustainable future. This not-for-profit organisation works with kids, teachers, youth and adults at the CERES site and in early childhood, schools and universities around Victoria (and across the world). Find out more at ................
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