Cory Environmental, working in partnership with Southend-on-Sea Borough Council, is asking people within your community to become the next experts in recycling by training them to become Recycling Champions. We currently have over 100 champions but we want to increase this further.
Currently the Borough recycles around 48% of all household waste, but we believe that residents themselves can increase that to an impressive 60%, which would make Southend amongst the top recyclers in the country. Research shows that when the public get involved in local initiatives, they are more likely to change the behaviour of others in the community. This enthusiasm is what we want to tap into and prove that Southend residents do indeed think green.
The Southend Adult Community College in Southend-on-Sea will play host to two free training events on:
· Wednesday 18th April between 7pm and 9pm
· Saturday 21st April between 10am and 12 noon
Those interested in becoming a Recycling Champion in their community will learn what they can do to be part of the green network of Southend’s volunteers. The sessions will also give residents the skills and know-how to spread the word for improving recycling in the Borough. With local community recycling events planned right across the Borough in the coming months, there is no shortage of opportunities to get actively involved.
Anyone interested in the free community training sessions should book their place on-line at http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/event/3196545955 or by telephoning Leah Mulchrone on 01702 617766 ext 211 or email: LMulchrone@coryenvironmental.co.uk
If you are unable to attend the event but would like to show your support, visit the new ‘Recycle for Southend’ website at www.recycleforsouthend.org and complete a Pledge Form to mark your recycling efforts.
