Unlocking Youth Innovation for a Net-Zero Future

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We asked 100 SuperSquad Sherpees this question:

How might we accelerate the path to net zero in multiple occupancy buildings (MOBs)?

Introducing the SGN Multi-Occupancy Building SuperSquad

But…what is a SuperSquad?

A practical, paid work experience programme where teens engage with real business and societal challenges.

With net-zero targets fast approaching, this 30-strong SuperSquad explored how to retrofit buildings, reduce energy consumption, and develop community-driven conservation initiatives.

Their mission? To rethink how energy is used in MOBs and propose solutions that could make a real-world impact.

The SuperSquad explored energy efficiency in multi-occupancy buildings, focusing on retrofitting, renewable energy, and community-driven conservation.

Their ideas ranged from snap-on insulation with solar cells to smart home workshops, demonstrating a practical and innovative approach to sustainability.

 

720
Student Hours
£3.58
Social Return on Investment
£4,226
Paid to the Teen Economy

Highlighted idea from the SuperSquad

Provide financial incentives for buildings that achieve a net-zero energy status.

The result:

A call for economic motivation to drive large-scale, sustainable building transformations.

The Sherpees’ ideas reflected a bold and practical vision for sustainable, energy-efficient buildings, tackling both structural improvements and community-driven solutions. Their approach didn’t stop at buildings; they also explored smart water management systems to reduce waste and proposed incentives for net-zero energy buildings, ensuring economic viability for sustainable upgrades.

Renewable energy featured prominently, with education and accessibility also key themes, with proposals for smart home technology workshops and public transport incentives tied to building infrastructure.

Their solutions showed a strong commitment to reducing energy waste and fostering a collective approach to sustainability.

 

Real-World Impact to our Young People.

✅ 62% improved critical thinking – analysing problems, challenging assumptions, and exploring diverse perspectives.
✅ 48% enhanced collaboration – learning teamwork, active listening, and idea-sharing.
✅ 62% boosted creativity – generating 100+ ideas and embracing problem-solving.
✅ 43% grew in communication – presenting ideas with confidence to stakeholders.
✅ £5,900 potential annual wage premium – translating to a £70,976 uplift for this SuperSquad.

Improving these skills has been shown to have a direct link to a wage premium of at least £3,900 per student.

 

With students selected from

Judgemeadow Community College – Leicester
Leeds City College
Mossbourne Community Academy – London
Montpelier High School - V6 Sixth Form – Bristol
The Duston School – Northampton
WQE College – Leicester
Ecclesfield School – Sheffield
Roundhay School – Leeds
Tudor Grange Samworth Academy – Leicester
Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy – Birtley
Elliot Hudson College – Leeds
Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls
Rishworth School – Rishworth
Brigshaw High School – Allerton Bywater
The Lancaster Academy – Leicester

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