Practical guidance for leading net zero action
in workplace and facilities management
The Pathways to Net Zero for Facilities Managers course supports facilities managers and workplace leaders who are responsible for responding to the climate crisis and contributing to their organisation’s net zero ambitions. It provides clear, practical guidance on environmental sustainability, with a focus on the strategic and operational role facilities managers play in driving change.
Designed specifically for the workplace and facilities management profession, this course helps participants understand what net zero means in practice and how it applies to their buildings, services and operations.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for:
- Facilities and workplace managers with sustainability responsibilities
- Supervisors and leaders involved in environmental planning and delivery
- Professionals contributing to organisational net zero targets
- Those seeking a clearer understanding of sustainability and climate action in FM
It is particularly relevant for managers who need to translate sustainability objectives into practical action.
What will you learn
The course provides an overview of best practice in response to the climate crisis and the role of facilities management in supporting net zero, including:
- Understanding net zero in a facilities management context
Explore what net zero means for buildings, services and workplace operations. - Environmental sustainability and climate action
Gain insight into key sustainability principles and how they affect the workplace and facilities management sector. - Strategic and operational perspectives
Understand how sustainability strategy links to operational decision‑making and service delivery. - The role of facilities managers
Learn how facilities managers can influence change, support organisational goals and contribute to long‑term sustainability outcomes. - Moving from ambition to action
Consider practical steps that support progress towards net zero across facilities and services.
The course focuses on building understanding and confidence, rather than technical detail, enabling participants to engage meaningfully with sustainability discussions and initiatives.
Course details
- Developed by the professional body for workplace and facilities management
- Aligned to IWFM’s sustainability work and professional standards
- Focused on the real‑world role of facilities managers
- Supports organisations working towards net zero targets
This course is included in IWFM’s Popular Courses section due to its relevance to current environmental priorities and the growing role of facilities managers in sustainability and climate action.
- Live online training
- Two‑day course format
- Expert‑led sessions tailored to the facilities management profession
Other popular courses
You may also be interested in these other Popular FM Courses from IWFM:
- Introduction to Facilities Management
- Effective Property Management
- Operational Space Planning
- Managing Supplier Relationships
- Contract Management: Commercial Models, KPIs and SLAs
- Contract Development: Design, Delivery Models and Strategic Alignment
- Building Safety Act: what FMs need to know and do
- National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
- Managing Building Services
