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Rugby legend Gareth Edwards has backed the Green Blue initiative calling on all water sports enthusiasts to help clean up the environment of Wales.The initiative is targeted at more than a hundred sailing centres round Wales and the thousands of people who enjoy themselves while out on the water. The Green Blue aims to make sure there is less pollution both on inland waterways and around the coast. The Green Blue (Wales) complements the 'Catching The Wave' initiative, which aims to increase annual revenue from water sports by 40% within 6 years, taking the total contribution to the Welsh economy to £224m by 2010. Exciting new job opportunity with The Green Blue in Scotland Are you passionate about boats? Are you interested in the environment? Are you a good communicator? If yes, then we want to hear from you! The Green Blue is currently seeking to recruit a part-time project officer post in Scotland. Supported by Scottish Natural Heritage and the Crown Estate, The Green Blue (Scotland) will work with recreational boaters and businesses to help raise awareness of environmental issues and ensure sustainability of boating in Scotland. |
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Clubs, training centres, sailing schools and marinas are being offered a full day's training on the environmental aspects of running a facility, from maintenance activities and water quality to dredging and pontoon renewals. Briefings will cover how to access grants and secure tax rebates on environmental improvements. Entitled 'Future Proofing Our Seas and Inland Waters' the event will take place on Friday 28th September 2007 at the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton. The cost is £20 for BMF and RYA members and £40 for non-members. Booking details and more information can be found on our web sites Research pages |
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Many Yachtsmen consider these too much trouble, but this is an efficient way to get a lot of energy out of the wind, particularly when on long passages. Originally the generators we designed just for towing but since the first was developed things have changed and there are all sorts of varieties available to chose to suit your needs. Read the resource tips for June and July to find out how to make to make your boating more efficient. Follow our cruising log The Green Blue has been following the cruising yacht, Mithril as she completes a circumnavigation. Her owners Geraldine and Peter have been sending us regular log entries reporting on the wildlife and environmental issues that they encounter during their trip. If you missed the previous chapters catch up with one, two and three here then follow the next part of their journey below. |
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This season The Green Blue is focusing on how to clean and maintain your boat with the environment in mind. We have a wealth of information available for you to visit on the web site providing information, advice and tips about minimising your impact on the waters and wildlife around you. Visit our Topic in Focus page for five simple ways to get you started. » The Green Directory lists 'greener' alternatives to traditional cleaning products .....and finally, win a bottle of champagne! Since the launch of our coastal code of conduct sticker last year we have distributed over 10,000 across the UK to boat owners and charter companies. We have also recently launched an inland and a bilingual Welsh version of the code ensuring there is something applicable to all vessels on UK waters. The stickers are printed on waterproof paper which makes them suitable for use in galleys, heads and even on deck. This unique quality is something the sticker manufacturer is keen to promote and is doing so by offering a bottle of champagne for a photo of the best 'sticker in action'! Wherever you have chosen to stick yours, take a photo of it in action, send it to The Green Blue and you will be in with a chance of winning a bottle of champagne. We look forward to seeing your pictures! Good luck. ..... |
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Win an E-cloth and Ecover washing up liquid! The E-cloth cleans with just water and is exceptional at cleaning all types of hard surface such as stainless steel, glass and wood. They reduce the need for harmful cleaning chemicals by up to 90%. Combine this with a 500ml bottle of Ecover washing up liquid for your galley and you're already well on your way to reducing the amount of harmful chemicals entering our waters. Just Email us your answer to the following question: Q. What is the second helpful hint on The Green Blue's Topic in Focus page? |
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