Resources

Guides – Culture for Climate Scotland

Guides to help reduce your organisation’s impact on the environment, cut carbon emissions, write sustainability policies and embed climate justice.

Why we like this resource

• Covers a wide range of topics.
• Advice for both arts organisations and creative freelancers.
• Includes clear points for action.

Sustainability Advice – Centre for Alternative Technology

Free, independent and impartial advice on a wide array of topics relating to sustainability and sustainable living.

Why we like this resource

• Covers a wide range of topics.
• Written by an internationally renowned environmental charity.
• Aimed more at individuals and a domestic context, but a good starting point for beginners.

Theatre Green Book

A free resource for everyone in the performing arts, providing a framework for planning, best practice guidance and shared standards.

Why we like this resource

• An industry-wide initiative to work more sustainably in response to the climate crisis.
• Includes guidance tailored for productions, operations and buildings.
• Includes training materials and a list of further resources.

Carbon Calculator – Gallery Climate Coalition

The GCC Carbon Calculator is a free online tool for estimating the greenhouse gas emissions of art organisations and projects.

Why we like this resource

• Tailored for arts organisations and projects.
• Includes options for either comprehensive insights or quick calculations to inform decisions.
• Helps you understand and manage your environmental impact effectively.

Creative Climate Tools – Julie’s Bicycle

Free tools designed for the arts and culture sector to support with measuring, tracking and communicating environmental impacts.

Why we like this resource

• Guidance and tools tailored for the arts and culture sector.
• Suitable for both individuals and organisations.
• Suitable for measuring overall emissions or individual projects.

Climate Advice and Support – Cadw

A collection of all Cadw's resources on climate change.

Why we like this resource

• Trusted guidance on building maintenance, energy efficiency, climate risk and adaptation.
• Aimed at the heritage sector and those managing older and traditional buildings.

Public Sector Net Zero Reporting Guide – Welsh Government

A guide for public sector organisations in Wales to estimate their carbon footprint, including direct and indirect emissions.

Why we like this resource

• Clear guidance on how to measure and report carbon emissions.
• Supports consistent, transparent reporting aligned with Welsh Government net zero targets.
• Aimed at public bodies but could be used by other organisations.