Since the 1930s, 97% of wildflower meadows have been lost due to agriculture, urbanisation, and excessive use of sprays and fertilisers. This loss threatens the survival of pollinating insects, which are crucial to our food supply. One in three bites of food we eat is pollinated by insects, enabling fruits and seeds to develop. Plants […]
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At last the days are warming up and wild flowers are popping all around us. Spring has definitely sprung! Here are some events to think about: Fashion Revolution Week, Tuesday 22nd to Sunday 27th April 2025: Each year in April, encourages us to ask our favourite brands, “Who made my clothes?” Doing this helps to
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March brings many opportunities to take part in sustainable activities. There is so much to look forward to in spring! The Great British Spring Clean and Great Big School Clean 2025 returns from 21st March – 6th April 2025. Look out for local litter picks or just take a small bag and pair of gloves
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At last, what feels like the longest month of the year is over and we can look forward and “Show The Love” in February: www.theclimatecoalition.org/show-the-love It’s run by the Climate Coalition for the whole of February helping you take action to protect the people and places you love. Share your story and and craft a
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When it comes to making your New Year resolutions, here’s a list of ideas to help you along. Pick one, some or all and stick to the plan! Shop Local: For all manner of food and home items, pop to the shops on foot and pick up a few necessary items instead of driving out
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Celebrate this November with a Tree Party! National Tree Week runs from the 23rd to 1st December. Get your family and friends together to plant an indigenous tree or two, prune the ones you already have, hang their branches with autumnal bunting and lanterns and enjoy hot drinks and a wholesome al fresco meal. For
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We hope you’re enjoying/enjoyed the Sustain-Ability Fair as part of the Royston Arts Festival on Saturday 28th September at Priory Memorial Gardens, Royston. Here are some ideas for how to continue living sustainably… LOG YOUR HOG! As those hedgies start trundling around our gardens they can be recorded on Hedgehog Street at: www.bighedgehogmap.org Take care
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Royston Town Council is delighted to launch this award to recognise the contributions of an individual or group whose actions have gone above and beyond to positively impact the local environment by helping to reduce CO2 emissions, reduce/recycle more waste, or to increase biodiversity. This could be through conservation projects, green initiatives, fundraising, or awareness
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The highlight of the year for Royston Environmental Group is the Sustain-Ability Fair as part of the Royston Arts Festival on Saturday, 28th September 2024. Confirmed are several local organisations and businesses who will be happy to chat with you, giving practical help, advice and solutions to sustainable living issues. We all want to make
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Thursday, 1st August is Cycle to Work Day – 25 years young it was originally introduced in 1999, aimed to encourage healthier commuting and reduce environmental pollution. Cycling, like any exercise, promotes good physical and mental health, releasing all that wonderful dopamine! National Allotments Week falls from the 12th to 18th August this year – Look out
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Sustainable Shepreth was initiated in January 2023 by a group of residents. All are passionate about finding ways to address the effects of climate change and its impact on the biodiversity of our community. We have the encouragement of the Parish Council and are keen to involve the whole village in these endeavours. Join
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From your Sustain-Ability Team… Hooray for No Mow May! At last we have an excuse to abandon the tools (or send them to be repaired and serviced) and kick back to watch the pollinators take over the garden. There are so many wonders to be seen in the longer grass and flowers: myriad of butterflies,
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