Carbon Literacy & ISEP: Growing your Trainer Practice

The Carbon Literacy Project has partnered with the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP) to develop a range of pathways that help organisations and professionals build carbon knowledge and sustainability skills for delivering meaningful climate action.

A day’s worth of Carbon Literacy training provides every employee, whatever the industry, with the knowledge and motivation to start taking climate action wherever they are. ISEP membership provides professionals delivering this work daily with resources and opportunities to develop these skills and support others to do the same.

Together, we’re committed to embedding sustainability skills across sectors, empowering professionals to not only reduce their own environmental impact but also influence positive change within their organisations, sectors, and communities, accelerating the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Find out more about the Carbon Literacy & ISEP partnership.

This webinar is a chance for both Carbon Literacy and ISEP trainers to learn how to grow their trainer practice through this exciting new partnership. We'll hear from both leadership teams and trainers currently delivering both ISEP & CL training on what this partnership means for trainers. 

The session will cover:

• Objectives for the partnership
• Introduction to The Carbon Literacy Project
• Introduction to ISEP
• Interactive Trainer Panel (Meet the Speakers below)
• Q+A
• Next steps

This session is for you if:

• You are a Carbon Literacy trainer interested in hearing what ISEP offers.
• You are an ISEP trainer interested in what The Carbon Literacy Project offers.
• You want to hear directly from people delivering both Carbon Literacy and ISEP training about their experiences.
• You want to learn about the opportunities this Carbon Literacy & ISEP partnership brings.
• You want a chance to shape the future of the partnership between Carbon Literacy & ISEP.
  

Meet the speakers: 

Phil Korbel, The Carbon Literacy Project

Phil is a long-standing social entrepreneur, broadcaster and community activist based in Manchester. He wants to leave his children ‘a future, not an apology’.

Phil has been a long-time activist for sustainable development, moving from local work with Friends of the Earth in the 1980s to riding a tandem back from Sydney raising awareness of rainforest conservation in 1990. Having studied law at Manchester Polytechnic, Phil enjoyed a successful career in radio working as a presenter and producer of features and documentaries for BBC Network Radio.

In 2007 Phil was one of the founders of the high-level climate change advocacy network The 100 Months Club, which in turn led to involvement in the drafting of the city’s climate change action plan: Manchester: A Certain Future, (www.manchesterclimate.com) as part of which he led the ‘Buildings’ writing group. He still contributes to the MACF Steering Group and is also a member of the Board of Manchester’s Local Strategic Partnership.

Toby Shaw,  Executive Director, Marketing and Strategy, ISEP, AISEP

Toby leads the commercial marketing team and has responsibility for setting the strategic direction for ISEP alongside the Senior Leadership Team. Toby is a marketing strategist with a passion for sustainability and a track record of success in promoting leading global brands. Toby's professional background spans a diverse portfolio including Nestlé, Heineken, Sony, and Royal Caribbean where he has been able to hone his marketing expertise in some of the world's most influential corporations. 

His innovative campaigns and strategic insights have played a pivotal role in driving brand growth and consumer engagement. Beyond the boardroom, Toby is an environmental advocate. His belief in the power of sustainable practices extends beyond his professional life, influencing his personal choices and driving him to be a positive force for change.

Ed Brown, Senior Training and Development Manager, ISEP,  AISEP

As the leader of ISEPs global training partner network, Ed oversees an expansive training partner ecosystem spanning more than 30 countries. Through this robust network, he has successfully spearheaded initiatives that trained and upskilled individuals across 70+ countries in 2025 alone. 

Ed brings a wealth of expertise in embedding critical skills and core competencies within diverse corporate organizations. His strategic approach focuses on empowering teams and building the long-term internal capabilities necessary to support and sustainable global organizational growth

James Dove, Carbon Literacy Consultant (CLC), PISEP REvnP

James is a Registered Environmental Practioner (REnvP), Practioner of IEMA (PIEMA), certified Carbon Literacy Consultant  and certified ISEP trainer, deeply committed to integrating sustainability across multiple industries. As a Director of ClimateEQ, James works with businesses of all sizes, from grassroots organisations to global brands, equipping learners with the knowledge and confidence to take effective climate action, while also supporting businesses in achieving Carbon Literate Organisation (CLO) accreditation.

His training approach is grounded in best-practice learning and development methods, with a strong emphasis on the learner journey, behavioural change, and real-world application. James led the development of ClimateEQ’s fully accredited interactive Carbon Literacy e-learning pathway. He combines deep subject knowledge with innovative instructional design, using customised AI avatars, interactive scenarios, and sector-specific case studies to create engaging, high-impact learning experiences.

Laura Poore, Carbon Literacy Facilitator (CLF), AISEP

Laura Poore is a lecturer in further education. Her work focuses on embedding sustainability into teaching, learning and organisational practice. She delivers and supports Carbon Literacy and ISEP courses, helping learners develop not only environmental awareness but the confidence to apply sustainability principles. She is particularly interested in how sustainability education can support behaviour change and employability.

Alongside her teaching role, she works closely with colleagues to support curriculum development, staff engagement and wider sustainability initiatives, including climate action planning, biodiversity projects, and learner-led sustainability activity.  She is passionate about making sustainability feel relevant rather than overwhelming, especially for young people and those new to the subject.