You can use these links to find out more about waste and other environmental issues in Scotland and the rest of the UK. A wide range of organisations can provide useful information and services to help you Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.
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Sustainability
All Things Eco - www.allthingseco.co.uk
The Green Pages that lists hundreds of companies from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales (with just a few abroad!) that support the environment and sustainable living.
BabyGROE - www.babygroe.co.uk
BabyGROE is a UK charity helping parents make natural choices, which includes promoting real nappies and providing tips on how families can reduce their impact on the environment.
CIWEM - www.ciwem.org
The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) is the leading professional and examining body for scientists, engineers, other environmental professionals, students and those committed to the sustainable management and development of water and the environment.
Climate Challenge Fund - www.itsourfuture.co.uk/climate_challenge_fund
The Climate Challenge Fund aims to help Scottish communities make a real difference by significantly reducing their carbon emissions. Grants are available to empower communities to take action to reduce their carbon footprint and make a real difference to the local and national environment.
Ecotivity - www.ecotivity.com
Ecotivity is a review and directory website that promotes green and ethical consumerism, fairtrade and eco-lifestyles.
Environment & Greener Living Guide - www.direct.gov.uk/greenerliving
The online guide to greener living, from the UK government, is designed to help people living in England who want to find out what they can do in their everyday lives to tackle climate change and other environmental issues. The guide includes actions that can be taken covering the home, shopping, travel, food and drink, waste and recycling, energy and water saving, gardening, as well as being green in the workplace, school and community.
Environmental Research Web - environmentalresearchweb.org
An open-access website to help keep scientists, policymakers and campaigners up to the minute with the latest news and views on environmental science from around the globe. The site`s covers everything from climate change to biodiversity, from renewable energy to pollution, from economics to environmental legislation, and from health issues to sustainability.
ESDP - www.esdp.org.uk
The Edinburgh Sustainable Development Partnership (ESDP) involves a range of statutory, voluntary and private sector organisations which come together to promote sustainable development across the City of Edinburgh.
Green Guide Online - www.greenguide.co.uk
You can use the Green Guide website to search for organic, natural, ethical and eco-friendly services or products, purchase the Green Guides, subscribe to Pure Living magazine, catch up on the latest eco news and events, and much more.
Greenbox - www.greenbox.ie
The Greenbox is emerging as Ireland`s first genuine ecotourism destination with a set of standards based on sound environmental practices highlighting all that the region and its people has to offer. As Ireland`s first integrated ecotourism destination, the area of the Greenbox includes Counties Fermanagh, Leitrim, West Cavan, North Sligo, South Donegal and North West Monaghan.
IEMA - www.iema.net
The Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment (IEMA) is a not-for-profit membership organisation whose primary aim is to promote the goal of sustainable development. The IEMA provides environmental practitioners and professionals of all levels with advice, support and assistance to ensure that the methods they use and the knowledge they receive are in line with current best practice guidelines in environmental management and assessment.
It`s Our Future - www.itsourfuture.co.uk
It`s Our Future is a major Scottish Government communications campaign to get people thinking about their legacy for future generations. It aims to encourage more people, especially parents and children, to think now about the steps we can all take to live within our environmental means.
Keep Scotland Beautiful - www.keepscotlandbeautiful.org
Keep Scotland Beautiful is an environmental charity which aims to achieve litter free and sustainable environments by co-ordinating a number of programmes, including the Blue Flag award scheme, Eco Schools, Eco Congregation and People & Places
SSN - www.sustainable-scotland.net
The Sustainable Scotland Network (SSN) brings together practitioners from Scotland’s local authorities to share experience and take action on sustainable development.
Sustainable UK - www.sus-uk.com
Sustainable UK Limited is a not-for-profit company that aims to help individuals integrate sustainability into their lifestyle.
WEN - www.wen.org.uk
The Women's Environmental Network (WEN) is a campaigning organisation that represents women and campaigns on issues that link women, environment and health.
