We all have a role to play to protect our planet. We can all easily make small changes in our lives to help protect our ecosystem and preserve natural resources for future generations.
Energy
The best thing we can all do at home is to switch to a green energy tariff.
Other things that can help:
- Turn your lights off when you aren't in the room.
- Insulate your roof.
- Switch all light bulbs to LED.
- Unplug your electronics when not in use - many items consume energy even when you're not using them.
Waste
One of the easiest ways to help reduce waste is to follow recycling signage when out and about. 'If in doubt, leave it out!'
Other ways to help reduce waste:
- Bring a reusable cup to Westonbirt and get 30p off your hot drink!
- Take a re-usable bag to the shops.
- Make wise purchases.
- Try composting organic food waste at home.
Water
Bring a re-usable water bottle and fill up at our refill point at the Welcome Building.
Other ways to reduce water consumption:
- Install and use a water butt to water your garden and house plants.
- Spend less time in the shower.
- Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth.
- Use full loads for your washing machine and dishwasher.
Travel
How about bringing a friend and car sharing or hopping on the bus when you visit Westonbirt?
Other ways to travel sustainably:
- Use public transport more often - this also helps with encouraging the creation of more bus routes and more frequent buses.
- Try cycling to get around. Can you do your weekly shop on a bike?
- Car sharing - hop in with a friend next time you go out. There will be one less car on the road!
- Look into electric or hybrid cars next time you buy or hire a car?
Green team
Could you set up your own green team at work to improve your organisation's sustainability? What are the easy wins? Together you can make change happen!
