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Find out about your environmental footprint

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Find out about your environmental footprint

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The planet is in crisis - from climate change to the pollution in our oceans and devastation of our forests. It's up to all of us to fix it. Take your first step with our environmental footprint calculator.

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Our vision is a thriving world in which climate change is no longer a problem

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Don't believe us? Well, if we stopped throwing away the 714,000 tonnes of potatoes we waste every year in our homes, it would do the same for the environment as taking 326,000 tonnes of CO2e out of our atmosphere! We're challenging everyone to understand the true value of food and waste as little as possible. It's time to act now.

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Don't believe us? Well, if we stopped throwing away the 714,000 tonnes of potatoes we waste every year in our homes, it would do the same for the environment as taking 326,000 tonnes of CO2e out of our atmosphere! We're challenging everyone to understand the true value of food and waste as little as possible.

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Make sure you think about how sustainable your materials are

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Create information videos  - Could be for different age groups

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Create information videos  - Could be for different age groups

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Are you considering investing in an explainer video this year? You know; the videos that explain your product or service in 60-90 seconds?

Explainer videos are a great way to engage potential customers and familiarize them with your business. The hard part is to get them right.

Since an explainer video may be smack dab on your homepage, and the first thing your visitors experience, it's essential to nail it the first time. Here are 9 insider tips for creating a killer explainer video that clearly describes your business and drives more sales.

1. It's All About the Script

A well written script is the key to a successful explainer video. It's the foundation upon which everything else is built. In most cases, it helps to have an "outsider" write the script. Choose someone who can take a fresh look at your company and explain it in a way that anyone can understand.

Many professional video companies will have you fill out a creative brief first. It helps you think about your business at a high level and makes you define what really matters. Make sure you go through a similar exercise before you get started. Here are some typical example questions:

Once you finish this brainstorming process, begin writing a script. Refer to your creative brief when writing because it will help you stay on the right track.

Here is an example script used for a Pongo Resume explainer video:

2. The Shorter the Better

According to writer and creative director, Helen Klein Ross, "the less you say, the more likely people are to remember." We realize you have a lot you want to tell people about your business, but this video is meant to be an overview, the "hook" that gets people interested in taking the next step.

The typical rule of thumb in the industry is 150 words per minute. You might be able to read faster than that; but remember, you need breathing room and time for the message to sink in.

Not to mention, the longer your video is the less people will pay attention to it:

Trying to keep yourself from telling everything about your product can be the hardest part. The trick is to cut your script down and be very concise.

Be sure to check out the infographic: How To Increase Your Video Viewership for more details on video duration a viewership tips.

3. KISS (Keep it Simple Silly)

In order to keep it short, you need to keep it simple. Good explainer videos focus on 4 simple things:

1. The problem - Address the pain your customers are having (0:00-0:20)

2. The solution - Introduce your product or service as the answer (0:20-0:25)

3. How it works - Briefly describe how it works or how to get started (0:25-0:50)

4. A call to action - Tell people what to do next (0:50-0:60)

4. Benefits, not Features

Whether you have a new product, app, or web service, the temptation is to try to show off as many features as possible - 100GB of storage, 60" HD screen, unlimited users, etc. The list goes on. However, it's the benefits that really matter to customers.

Instead of droning on about technical nonsense, tell people how your product or service is going to make their lives better. Swap out "100GB of storage" for "Plenty of space to safely store your family photos." You get the idea.

5. Use a Professional Voice

Nothing can ruin a video faster than poor audio. We've all heard it - the crackly voiceover seemingly recorded on a Talkboy.

Or maybe the quality is fine, but the voice just doesn't have the polish and delivery that a professional might provide.

Either way, investing in professional talent is a must. There are plenty of options out there, but a good place to start is Voices.com.

6. Have Some Fun

It's important to develop a video that resonates with your audience. But we've found that regardless of who's watching (CEOs, marketers, working moms, children), one thing is always true - people love to be entertained.

Adding something a little different to your video, whether it's humor, a surprise, or something downright wacky, can go a long way. It gets people smiling and helps them connect with your brand in a way that a website can't.

7. Visuals are Secondary

Like having a polished voiceover, professional looking visuals are important. However, they are not as important as you might think. I've seen plenty of effective, professional videos that use simple visuals, like the one below for Eventbrite.

The key is using visuals that help illustrate the story and reinforce the voiceover. You're not looking to create the next Avatar. In fact, too much detail and whizbang visual effects can distract from the message.

To learn how to make your own visuals easily, be sure to read our article: How to Create Your Own Promo Video for Under $100.

8. Set the Tone with Music

It's amazing what a song can do. Like video, music can evoke all types of emotions, and it has the ability to set the tone and pace of your explainer.

Sometimes we'll have the perfect song in mind when developing a video, but most of the time we research music after the video is complete, locating a tune that fits the mood. We often use services like Premiumbeat.com, Tunefruit, or audiojungle that have thousands of options for $100 or less.

9. Plan for the Launch

A lot of people get so excited about creating a video that they forget to plan for the launch. A successful video launch consists of 3 things:

1. Select a video host - There are plenty of options out there when it comes to video hosting, but we suggest looking at Wistia, Vimeo PRO, Brightcove, or Vidyard.

2. Have a marketing plan - Let's face it, your video probably isn't going to go viral, but you can take some steps to get some extra eyes on it. Leverage your blog, newsletter, social media channels, e-mail signatures, and events to share your video.

3. Integrate the video on your website - Most companies like to put the video front and center on their homepage. Wherever you place it, it should integrate seamlessly with your brand and content.

If you're considering jumping on the explainer video bandwagon this year, I hope these tips will help point you in the right direction. They can save you time and money; but, more importantly, they'll help you produce a video that delivers real, measurable results.

Have you made an explainer video? What are some tips or tricks you learned along the way?

About the Author: Andrew Follett is the Founder and CEO at Demo Duck and Video Brewery where he builds handcrafted explainer videos. He lives in Chicago, loves startups, and enjoys traveling. You can find more video tips and tricks on his blog or follow him on Twitter.

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9 Insider Tips for Creating a Killer Explainer Video

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Are you considering investing in an explainer video this year? You know; the videos that explain your product or service in 60-90 seconds? Explainer videos are a great way to engage potential customers and familiarize them with your business. The hard part is to get them right.

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Try these 50 simple ways to make your life greener

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50 simple ways to make your life greener

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Expert tips on how to be kinder to the planet – from cooking and cleaning to fashion and finance

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Volunteer and become part of a youth action group

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Do you have a vision for your local park and the ambition to make it a reality? It's time to make things happen - join the Youth Action Group to become an essential part of the Future Proof Parks programme.

The Youth Action Group is a team of like-minded young people aged 16-25 who will shape the development of a national media campaign; putting parks on the map whilst learning new skills, making new friends, and connecting with their local area.

In 2020, we learnt that access to green space is essential to wellbeing - now we want to harness your creativity to bring communities together and create new spaces and activities for youth. You will play a vital role in amplifying the youth voice in our Future Proof Parks programme, which supports park volunteering and gives young people the chance to have their say on how green spaces are run.
What will the Youth Action Group Do?
Over several online sessions, with partners Groundwork and National Youth Agency, we will explore:

Your views on the current issues facing young people and local green spaces; with themed sessions and guest speakers.

How to set up a successful media campaign - discovering new platforms and ideas to engage a young audience.

How to implement campaign action, such as through activities for young people and local communities, like pop up events and volunteering.

Key digital and media skills, such as graphic design, podcast creation, film and photography - with an accreditation earned for attending all sessions!

Digital and media skills sessions will be delivered by partners, media professionals and our communications teams, who will attend regularly to discuss campaign developments.

If guidelines allow, we hope to meet in person to support you in implementing your campaign and evaluating its success, as well as to launch the new Groundwork campaign and celebrate our achievements.
What will you gain from joining the Youth Action Group?

The practical skills and experience required to create digital campaigns including digital content creation.

Boost your CV with an accreditation in digital campaign skills upon completion of the programme.

Increased confidence and leadership skills.

Networking with like-minded young people, community groups and Groundwork staff.

Real change-making for your local area and community.

Join our programme launch to find out more on Thursday 13 th May, 6:00-7:15pm. Guest speaker, TV presenter and zoologist, Megan McCubbin, will be joining us to share her journey into conservation and tips on engaging people in nature, along with a Q&A. We will then share more about the Youth Action Group aims and activities coming up.
Join the Youth Action Group

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Do you have a vision for your local park and the ambition to make it a reality? It's time to make things happen - join the Youth Action Group to become an essential part of the Future Proof Parks programme.

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Check out these garden projects to benefit wildlife

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Check out these garden projects to benefit wildlife

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Things to do in the Garden | Activities for Nature - The RSPB

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You can garden for wildlife even in the smallest of spaces, here are some garden activities you can do to help nature today. Give nature a home in your garden!

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There are lots of ways to introduce water into our gardens. It doesn't matter whether our outdoor space is small or large, we can all enjoy what a pond will bring.

From using found objects or containers, to digging a hole from scratch, we can help guide you through introducing a pond to your garden from start to finish. What's more, these activities are fun and can count towards your personal plan!

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How to Make a Wildlife Pond in Your Garden - The RSPB

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There are lots of ways to introduce water into our gardens. It doesn't matter whether our outdoor space is small or large, we can all enjoy what a pond will bring. From using found objects or containers, to digging a hole from scratch, we can help guide you through introducing a pond to your garden from start to finish.

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Wild About Gardens Big or Small Ponds for all booklet

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Hinchingbrooke Country Park remains open and the toilets are open daily 10am - 4pm. The cafe is open 11am - 3pm Tuesday to Friday, 10am - 3pm at weekends and is closed on Mondays. Please note there is no seating currently inside and the cafe may close in bad weather conditions. Pre-packed food and drinks are available.

You will see screens and queuing systems and we ask that you please remember to stay 2 meters away from staff and other members of the public. Masks should also be worn inside the cafe.

The electric powered wheelchairs are available to use 10am - 3pm during the winter months. Please telephone to book.

The play area is open and we ask that you are considerate and follow the guidelines including maintaining social distancing at all times, washing hands and not using the play area if you or anyone in your household has symptoms of coronavirus.

Reduced numbers of staff are working on sites and we would appreciate it if you could take any litter home with you.

Thank you for your support.

Hinchingbrooke Country Park covers 170 acres of open grasslands, mature woodland and lakes. It is a great place to visit for families, nature spotters, dog walkers and those who wish to enjoy the great outdoors.

Since 2018 Hinchingbrooke Country Park has held the Green Flag Award, which recognises and rewards the best parks and green spaces in the country.

There is a great mix of play areas, cafe, hard-surfaced and muddy paths, secluded woodlands and wildflower meadows all within a short walk.

The park has a wealth of wildlife, whether you are armed with a camera or binoculars! All three species of British woodpecker can be seen here, along with nuthatch and marsh tit or you may be lucky enough to spot an otter or a kingfisher.

Whether you are walking the dog, exploring with your children, having a picnic or enjoying tea and cakes or ice creams from the cafe, we are sure you will enjoy your visit.

Browse the Events and Activities and Facilities pages to see all the park has to offer.

Directions to the park can be found in our information leaflet [PDF] .
Getting here by train.
Volunteering

There are a variety of ways in which you can volunteer at Hinchingbrooke Country Park.

Work parties are held each week on Wednesdays and Thursdays when volunteers come in to help the rangers with outdoor practical tasks. This can involve vegetation clearance, path maintenance and grassland management.

We hold regular events and an extra hand is always needed with setting up, directing cars and litter picking. Some family events are themed (for example, Christmas Grotto) so there is the opportunity to get dressed up and make the day extra special for the families taking part.

The country park is visited by school groups, mostly during spring and summer. Volunteers help the rangers lead nature activities such as pond dipping and den building.

The cafe at Hinchingbrooke is very popular, so we often need a bit of extra help to serve customers, prepare food and help with the washing up.

Site checks involve walking around the park along a set route and checking that the structures are safe, the paths are accessible and the signs and lifebelts are present, for example, benches are not broken and trees aren't obstructing the paths.

We would also like to carry out regular wildlife surveys across the country park for as many groups of flora and fauna as possible. Most of the recordings of different wildlife come from ad hoc sightings and, although these are still valuable, it would be even better if we could do more regular monitoring of what lives in the park and where. People of all expertise are welcome and surveys can be very valuable if you want to learn about the wildlife in your area. You don't need to be an expert!

For further information please contact Robyn Staddon (Volunteer Co-Ordinator) at Robyn.Staddon@huntingdonshire.gov.uk, download an application form [DOCX, 61Kb] or pick up an application form from the Visitor Centre at Hinchingbrooke Country Park. Please note, due to a high volume of application forms received by Countryside Services during the pandemic, there may be a slight delay in processing your application and some volunteer roles at some of the sites currently have a waiting list.

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Hinchingbrooke Country Park remains open and the toilets are open daily 10am - 4pm. The cafe is open 11am - 3pm Tuesday to Friday, 10am - 3pm at weekends and is closed on Mondays. Please note there is no seating currently inside and the cafe may close in bad weather conditions.

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Donate Spare Plants and Seeds to Help Create a New Flower Bed at College

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Donate Spare Plants and Seeds to Help Create a New Flower Bed at College

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Please bring donations of spare plants and seeds to the Cambridge Campus LRC

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Stukeley Meadows Local Nature Reserve is an 11 acre site made up of grassland, bramble thickets and wetland next to Stukeley Meadows housing estate in Huntingdon.

The reserve is located between Wertheim Way, Stukeley Road and Ullswater or just on your left as you turn into Wertheim Way.

You can access the reserve from Stukeley Road, Wertheim Way (opposite Homebase on Stukeley Road) or Crummock Water.

Wildlife and management

The wide variety of habitats on the site provides homes for insects, including butterflies and bush crickets.

Barrack Brook runs through the reserve and, because it appears to be no more than a concrete channel for draining flood water away from the housing estate, its delights are not immediately apparent. On closer inspection, you can spot stickleback fish darting in and out of the watercress-lined edge. Other residents are loaches and, during spring, frogs, toads and even kingfishers have been spotted catching the stickleback.

We have developed a mowing regime to improve the long grass areas and the edges along the banks of the brook and to protect the large numbers of bee orchids found on the reserve.

Activities

The site is perfect for a relaxing walk, a bike ride or kite flying and playing football.

Educational opportunities

Schools and groups such as Brownies and Cub Scouts are very welcome to visit the site. The rangers would like to know when you are visiting as we can help with ideas and activities for your group. Please contact us for information.

Facilities

There is a multi-use games area, a trim trail and a skate park on the site. These are maintained by Huntingdon Town Council.

There are no toilets at the reserve.

Volunteering

The rangers from Hinchingbrooke Country Park hold occasional conservation work parties to look after Stukeley Meadows Nature Reserve and volunteers can help with practical tasks, such as tree and shrub planting and grassland management work. We would welcome volunteers who would like to carry out wildlife surveys, site checking and litter picking.

If you would like further information, please contact Robyn Staddon (Volunteer Co-Ordinator) at Robyn.Staddon@huntingdonshire.gov.uk, download an application form [DOCX, 61Kb] or pick up an application form from the Visitor Centre at Hinchingbrooke Country Park or Paxton Pits Nature Reserve.

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Stukeley Meadows Local Nature Reserve is an 11 acre site made up of grassland, bramble thickets and wetland next to Stukeley Meadows housing estate in Huntingdon. The reserve is located between Wertheim Way, Stukeley Road and Ullswater or just on your left as you turn into Wertheim Way.

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95 acre country park managed by registered charity, Cambridge Sport Lakes Trust. The park includes two miles of pathways, a café, lakes, woodland and two childrens playgrounds. There also has a varied activity and events programme.

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Visit Bramblefields nature reserve near Cambridge Campus

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Visit Bramblefields nature reserve near Cambridge Campus

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Bramblefields Cambridge City Nature Reserves

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Cambridge City Council's Local Nature Reserves make an important contribute to the protection and enhancement of the UK's biodiversity.

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Take a walk near College. Look on grass verges to see how many of these wildflowers you can spot

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Take a walk near College. Look on grass verges to see how many of these wildflowers you can spot

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Walking along country lanes, or even while driving, you're bound to spot lots of wildflowers - this guide will help you put a name to them.

Interestingly, many of our wildflowers aren't native, but are actually archaeophytes - plants that were introduced to the British Isles prior to 1500 CE and have since become naturalised. Many were introduced by our Neolithic ancestors. Examples of this include field poppies (Papaver rhoeas) and corn cockles (Agrostemma githago).

There are lots of benefits to growing wildflowers. Not only do they look beautiful, particularly combinations of wildflowers and wildflower turfs, but they benefit wildlife, too.

Use this handy garden identifier to British wildflowers.

Field poppy (Papaver rhoeas)

Names: Papaver rhoeas. Field poppy, corn poppy, common poppy, Flanders poppy.

Description: a cornfield annual, commonly found growing in cultivated arable land and roadside verges. The foliage and stems are distinctly hairy, and the leaves are deeply lobed with toothed edges. Flowers are single and scarlet red. Each petal is marked with a black blotch at its base. An archaeophyte.

Height x spread: 90cm x 30cm.

Ox-eye daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare)

Names: Leucanthemum vulgare. Ox-eye daisy, marguerite, bull daisy, field daisy.

Description: a clump-forming native perennial. Often seen growing on roadside verges, grassland and wildflower meadows. Can colonise open ground if left to its own devices. Leaves are spoon-shaped with roughly serrated edges. Single flowerheads are held on tall stems, with white ray florets and a bright yellow centre.

H x S: 40cm x 30cm

Yellow rattle (Rhinanthus minor)

Names: Rhinanthus minor. Yellow rattle, hay rattle, cockscomb.

Description: gets its name after the rattling sound of the seeds in the capsules. A partial parasite that gains nutrients from grasses, reducing their vigour and promoting biodiversity of wildflowers. Bright yellow flowers emerge from light green calyces. Leaves are thin, serrated and have no stalk. Native.

H x S: 45cm x 10cm

Field scabious (Knautia arvensis)

Names: Knautia arvensis. Field scabious, bachelor's buttons, lady's cushion, gypsy rose.

Description: a native perennial commonly found growing in dry, well-drained soils including meadows, hedgerows, roadside verges and alkaline soils. The pale lilac flowerheads are extremely attractive to pollinators and are usually held singly on tall stems. The foliage is hairy and the leaves are deeply lobed.

H x S: 1.5m x 30cm.

Red campion (Silene dioica)

Names: Silene dioica. Red campion, red catchfly, cuckoo flower, adder's flower, Robin Hood.

Description: a native perennial, often found growing roadside verges, woodlands and hedgerows. The flowers are red-pink, though paler pink and white variants can arise, and are borne in small clusters of 2-3 atop the stems. The foliage is hairy and slightly sticky to the touch. Leaves are oval-shaped with a pointed tip.

H x S: 80cm x 45cm.

Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus)

Names: Centaurea cyanus. Cornflower, bachelor's buttons, blue bonnets.

Description: a distinctive annual that is an archaeophyte in the UK. Once common, now very scarce and but can be found growing on roadside verges and waste ground. Flowers are the distinctive cornflower blue and held singly on the stems. Grass-like foliage with very thin leaves that taper to a point.

H x S: 70cm x 30cm.

Cow parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris)

Names: Anthriscus sylvestris. Cow parsley, wild chervil, Queen Anne's lace, keck.

Description: very common native perennial, usually found growing in meadows, ditches and hedgerows. Many tiny white flowers make up the umbel flower clusters, which are held on tall, branching stems. Flowers have a malty scent. Fern-like foliage.

H x S: 100cm x 30cm.

Meadow buttercup (Ranunculus acris)

Names: Ranunculus acris. Meadow buttercup, tall buttercup, blisterflower, butter daisy.

Description: a widespread, native perennial commonly found growing in hedgerows, damp meadows and pastures. Favours alkaline soils. The bright yellow flowers have a shiny upper surface, and are held on loosely branched stems. Leaves are lobed and deeply dissected, with toothed edges.

H x S: 80cm x 30cm.

Common spotted orchid (Dactylorhiza fuchsii)

Names: Dactylorhiza fuchsii. Common spotted orchid.

Description: one of our native orchids, it's a perennial species with spotted, sword-shaped leaves. Bears large spikes of flowers that have spotted or dashed petals. Flower colour can vary from white to purple. Favours damp, alkaline soils.

H x S: 75cm x 25cm.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)

Names: Achillea millefolium. Yarrow, arrowroot, milfoil, death flower.

Description: a common, native perennial wildflower, usually found growing on grassland, roadside verges and waste ground. Flat white flowerheads and feathery, aromatic foliage.

H x S: 60cm x 60cm.

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Garden identifier to British wildflowers

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Walking along country lanes, or even while driving, you're bound to spot lots of wildflowers - this guide will help you put a name to them. Interestingly, many of our wildflowers aren't native, but are actually archaeophytes - plants that were introduced to the British Isles prior to 1500 CE and have since become naturalised.

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Write to your MP to support the Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill

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Write to your MP to support the Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill

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Write to your MP asking them to support the Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill

Lobbying shouldn't be left up to the big corporations - this is an emergency and we need to make sure that our representatives are doing what's needed. Contacting your MP and letting them know the things you care about really does work.

Find your MPs contact details here. Sending an email is great - and posting a letter is even better. You can download a copy of the Climate and Ecological Emergency bill from the bill. Be polite and to the point, letting them know:

1. Who you are and whether you have been in touch before

2. Your address (to show you are in their constituency and ensure they get back)

3. Why the climate and ecological emergency is so important to you

4. Why you think they should support the CEE bill. This might be because passing the CEE bill ensures that:

our entire carbon footprint is taken into account (including all of the emissions linked to the production and transport of goods from overseas that we consume in the UK

we don't depend on technology (NETs) to save the day as an excuse for inaction

we focus on nature as much as climate, protecting and conserving habitats in the UK and internationally on supply chains

citizens are central to deciding how to move forward, in a Citizens' Assembly with real teeth

Do inform us of any responses you receive by getting in touch: [email protected] and check our Parliamentary Set Email Responses to see if you have received a set response and some tips on how to respond.

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Lobbying shouldn't be left up to the big corporations - this is an emergency and we need to make sure that our representatives are doing what's needed. Contacting your MP and letting them know the things you care about really does work. Find your MPs contact details here.

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Apply for funding for a Biodiversity Project

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Apply for funding for a Biodiversity Project

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"At Cambridge Water, we recognise the importance of the local environment, and the part we play in the conservation and enhancement of biodiversity. Increasing the variety of natural living things and the diversity of the habitats where they live not only benefits wildlife, it can also enhance local communities and our open spaces.

Applications are welcomed from schools, youth groups, charities or community organisations. They must either own the land or have permission from the landowner for the project and the work cannot have already taken place."

Dan Clark, Water Resources and Environment Manager for Cambridge Water.

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"At Cambridge Water, we recognise the importance of the local environment, and the part we play in the conservation and enhancement of biodiversity. Increasing the variety of natural living things and the diversity of the habitats where they live not only benefits wildlife, it can also enhance local communities and our open spaces.

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10 THINGS YOU CAN DO TO HELP SAVE OUR PLANET

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10 THINGS YOU CAN DO TO HELP SAVE OUR PLANET

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10 things you can do to help save our planet

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The scale of the challenges facing our planet can seem daunting, but we can all do something. Here are 10 simple ways you can help reduce your impact.

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The Wildlife Trusts is a movement made up of 46 Wildlife Trusts: independent charities with a shared mission.

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Whether it's a flowerpot, flowerbed, wild patch in your lawn, or entire meadow, planting wildflowers provides vital resources to support a wide range of insects that couldn't survive in urban areas otherwise. It is also a great way of avoiding tools such as lawnmowers that are powered by fossil fuels!

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Plastic Free July – Be Part of the Plastic Pollution Solution

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Join our global movement to reduce plastic pollution. Discover solutions and ideas to help reduce plastic waste in your home and community.

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This year, we have an opportunity to get governments worldwide to agree to protect at least 30% of the planet's land and ocean by 2030, and preserve intact ecosystems and wilderness at the Convention on Biodiversity COP15 Summit in 2021.

Top scientists say we need half of the planet in its natural state to prevent the extinction of one million species, stay below 1.5°C, and safeguard all people that rely on nature to survive and thrive. We can start by protecting 30% by 2030. But it is not enough to just have scientists call for it. We need people to come together from all over the planet and call for urgent action.
Join the Call for 30x30!

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Data collected will be used in aggregate as an indicator of support and will be referenced in campaign communications to demonstrate the total number of people that support protecting at least 30% of the planet by 2030 on a global, regional, and country-by-country basis. Any cookies in use by the campaignfornature.org website are not used to track your IP address or location and are not saved in our database of 30x30 supporters. For any questions please contact info@campaignfornature.org.

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Sign the 30x30 Petition Today! - Campaign for Nature

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This year, we have an opportunity to get governments worldwide to agree to protect at least 30% of the planet's land and ocean by 2030, and preserve intact ecosystems and wilderness at the Convention on Biodiversity COP15 Summit in 2021.

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THE UK CHARITY FOR EVERYDAY WALKING

#WalkThisMay with us!

#Try20 with us for Living Streets' National Walking Month - and walk for 20 minutes more every day to see what benefits you feel.

Head this way for our #Try20 tips, news, events, giveaway and more!

National Walking Month 2023

local elections 2023

On 4 May voters across the country will head to the polls. And Living Streets is putting walking on the agenda.

We have put together our Blueprint For Change, containing 7 steps for transforming our streets - and we need your help to spread the word.

Check out our Blueprint - and take our campaign action.

Elections 2023

Stop Active Travel Cuts!

Walking, wheeling and cycling all have a part to play in tackling some of the biggest issues we face - from air pollution and public health to revitalising our local economies.

That's why we must urge the government to reverse cuts to investment.

Find out what Living Streets is doing - and add your voice.

Stop Active Travel Cuts

WOW is here for 23/24!

Want to be part of the pupil-led scheme that is helping thousands of schools tackle road safety issues, pollution, congestion and childhood inactivity?

WOW - the walk to school challenge is available with brand new resources for primary schools for the 2023/24 year with theme 'THE BRITISH NATURE WALK'.

FIND OUT MORE

#BetterCrossings!

30 seconds.

That's the most pedestrians should need to wait for a green crossing signal.

Are you fed up of waiting too long to cross the road? Join our new campaign today.

Better Crossings

Our press release

MEET OUR WOW CELEBRITY AMBASSADOR, DR RONX!

Children's TV presenter and emergency doctor, Dr Ronx, is our new ambassador for WOW - our walk to school challenge.

Watch our video to hear more from Dr Ronx about WOW and how you can join the hundreds of schools swapping the school run for a school walk.

Find out more

We have a big ambition: every child that can, walks to school

A generation ago, 70% of us walked to school - now it's less than half.

We want to reverse this decline. We want children to be energised and empowered, and to make walking to school their natural choice.
And we know just how to do it.
Walk to School

What makes a living street?

Explore our interactive street below. Click on the "learn more" icons to find out how together we can create better streets for walking.

Too small? View in a new browser window.

More about what you can do

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THE UK CHARITY FOR EVERYDAY WALKING #Try20 with us for Living Streets' National Walking Month - and walk for 20 minutes more every day to see what benefits you feel. Head this way for our #Try20 tips, news, events, giveaway and more! National Walking Month 2023 On 4 May voters across the country will head to the polls.

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A Personal Air Pollution Calculator to work out your individual contribution to air pollution in the UK

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Sign up to the 30 Days Wild Challenge from the Wildlife Trust

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Sign up to the 30 Days Wild Challenge from the Wildlife Trust

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The UK's biggest nature challenge with The Wildlife Trusts is returning from 1 June 2023!

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Before you begin...

Biodiversity is crucial to health of our planet. Before starting the quiz, watch the 2 minute film 'What is Biodiversity?' You can also learn more about our planet's major biomes by accessing our information and activity sheets.

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Biodiversity is crucial to health of our planet. Before starting the quiz, watch the 2 minute film 'What is Biodiversity?' You can also learn more about our planet's major biomes by accessing our information and activity sheets.

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The Wildlife Trusts is a movement made up of 46 Wildlife Trusts: independent charities with a shared mission.

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Measure and Reduce your Carbon Footprint

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Measure and Reduce your Carbon Footprint

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Extreme weather, forest fires and the global pandemic have made us all stop and consider - what we can start to do to help our planet.

We've seen the devastating impact that human activity can have on the natural world, but it doesn't have to be this way. We can build a better world by all making small changes in our everyday lives.

Start by calculating your footprint to really understand your personal impact.

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Discover challenges and tips to help you reduce your impact on the environment today. Available for iOS and Android devices.

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Learn how to give a hog a home with our step-by-step guide.