ALMOST 80 sustainability-related activities will be taking place on Worcester University’s St John’s campus as part of Go Green Week.
The annual eco-extravaganza, held in partnership with Worcester Students’ Union, will feature a host of events, from talks and practical workshops, to stalls and advice for those looking to make a difference and reduce their carbon footprint.
Running from Monday (February 10) to Saturday (February 15) many community organisations are involved and the majority of events are open to the public alongside university staff and students. It has been running on campus for 15 years.
Director of sustainability, Katy Boom, said: “We can all take steps to be more sustainable, even if it’s through small actions. This event is a chance for people to learn a bit more, have some fun, get free stuff and to meet others who are also interested in helping to make a more sustainable Worcester. We provide many of these activities throughout the year but through Go Green Week we’re concentrating them in a way which gives it added focus.”
Go Green Week is designed to help encourage behaviour change and raise awareness of the 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) by highlighting and encouraging sustainable living practices.
The week features re-use and recycling advice, free house plants and herbs, sustainable food samples, bird watching walks, Fairtrade activities, advice for people on making their home more sustainable, a chance to discuss the climate crisis, tree identification walk and a community litter pick.
This year there is a particular focus on crafting, with a chance for students and other contributors to add their mark to a sustainability themed banner made from donated materials, by sewing something onto it. There is also a repair café running on Saturday (February 15) which includes clothing repairs.
For more information on Go Green Week visit https://susthingsout.com/go-green-week-at-worcester/
