Inspire Education Group Win Sustainability Award at 2025 Peterborough Telegraph Business Awards

Inspire Education Group (IEG) has proudly received the Sustainability Award at the 2025 Peterborough Telegraph Business Awards, in recognition of its sector-leading approach to environmental responsibility, innovation, and education.

IEG was recognised for embedding sustainability across all aspects of its work — from curriculum and estate development to staff engagement and student-led action.

Judges praised the Group’s evidence-based efforts to reduce its environmental impact, including the successful transformation of disused furniture into zero-cost, fully repurposed recycling stations. This initiative not only diverted waste from landfill but also became a symbol of practical circular economy thinking in action.

IEG has also invested significantly in improving energy efficiency, modernising systems and cutting carbon emissions, while maintaining the highest level of environmental accreditation through Investors in the Environment.

IEG continues to demonstrate how sustainability is more than a policy — it’s a core part of its educational mission.

In particular, the recent launch of the Centre for Green Technology at Peterborough College marked a major milestone in low-carbon skills development. Designed to be net-zero ready and powered by solar energy, the Centre trains students in retrofit, renewable energy and electric vehicle systems — aligning with regional and national goals for green jobs and climate action.

This award reflects IEG’s role not just as an education provider, but as a civic partner and changemaker — leading by example and shaping a cleaner, greener future for Peterborough and beyond.

Congratulations to all the winners!

Click here to see the full list of winners of the Peterborough Telegraph Business Awards 2025