Normans Musical Instruments has made significant progress on its sustainability journey through partnership with the Staffordshire Business and Environment Network (sben). Initial funding from sben enabled two team members to complete Carbon Literacy training, which served as a catalyst for embedding environmental awareness across the organisation.  This training has since expanded internally, with over half the team now certified, and Normans recently achieving Bronze Carbon Literate Organisation status.

sben also funded a comprehensive green energy assessment of Normans’ premises and supported the transition to energy-efficient LED lighting and infrared heading with motion sensors.  These improvements have contributed to a measurable reduction in the company’s energy consumption and carbon footprint.

Operational changes include a shift to recyclable and plastic-free packaging, 100% renewable energy supply, greener banking and partnering with climate conscious logistics partners.  They are also working with Positive Planet to measure the environmental impact of their business and develop a carbon reduction plan.

Normans’ efforts have been recognised with a Highly Commended Award from sben and shared at key industry events such as the Music Mark conference.  This case highlights the role that local partnerships and practical training can play in supporting sustainability within the music education sector

https://www.normans.co.uk/pages/sustainability

https://sben.co.uk/funded-support/

with thanks to Normans Musical Instruments