Milk float 'eco-station' to tour Horsham
It'll offer tips on how to save money and protect the environment
A refurbished milk is to take to the roads of Horsham as an eco-friendly educational project.
The 'Inspiration Eco Station' has been created by volunteers at locally-based charity Sussex Green Living and has been supported by a £5,000 grant from Horsham District Council's Community Climate Fund.
They plan to show local people that there is a 'Bright New Future' ahead through the mobile display, which will travel to schools, colleges, faith groups and community events to share top tips on how residents can save money whilst reducing their negative impact on the planet.
From tackling eco home and gardens, waste prevention and recycling, fast fashion to low carbon career opportunities, there will be lots of inspiring ideas and solutions to help people save money and live more sustainably.
The front of the Eco station has the words Make Earth Cool Again on it and a globe wearing sunglasses
Carrie Cort, CEO of Sussex Green Living, said:
"We are so grateful for all the support we’ve had for this project. It would not have been possible without the Council’s climate fund grant as well as another £5000 from the Welton Fund and the Nino Fund at Sussex Community.
"And, of course, the incredibly hard work, passion and creativity of our volunteers.
"Universal Trailers in Coneyhurst have kindly agreed to donate the use of a trailer when events are beyond the float's range – it has been a real community effort."
The Inspiration Eco Station is being launched in Horsham's Carfax on May 15th. It is also part of Sussex Green Living's Bright New Future Roadshow which will make its first public appearance on World Environment Day on 5 June 5th at Amberley Museum.
Using song, music, stories, poetry, environmental games and engaging displays the roadshow partners will share inspiring solutions.