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Green Careers Week Inspires Students at The Sixth Form Bolton

Students at The Sixth Form Bolton explored the growing world of sustainability careers during Green Careers Week through a series of talks, workshops and employer-led activities.

A highlight of the week was a visit from Sarah Pearce and Louise Earle from Warburtons' Responsible Business team, who shared insights into their roles, the company's sustainability initiatives and the wide range of career opportunities available within the business. They also spoke about their own career journeys and answered students' questions about working in the sector.

Twelve students also had the opportunity to begin the Bee Loved Fashion Schools programme, which launched that week. The fully funded six-week initiative helps young people develop green skills through repairing, upcycling and reimagining unwanted textiles, while exploring the environmental impact of the fashion industry.

During their first session, students learned about the effects of fast fashion before taking part in practical upcycling activities, discovering how old clothing can be transformed into new garments rather than ending up in landfill.

 A representatives from Wigan Council delivered a flood defence workshop, giving students an insight into the challenges posed by climate change and the careers involved in protecting local communities and infrastructure.

Meanwhile, A Level Physics students welcomed Chloe Quinn, Structural Engineer and Sustainability Design Expert at Roscoe, Manchester. Chloe shared her experience of working across major engineering projects and explained how sustainability principles are embedded throughout modern design and construction. She also highlighted how expertise in sustainability can create exciting opportunities across the engineering sector.

The week gave students a valuable opportunity to hear directly from professionals and discover how sustainability is shaping careers in engineering, business, manufacturing, environmental management and beyond.