Environment Wales facts for kids
Environment Wales is a special team of groups in Wales that work together to help protect our planet. Their main goal is to help Wales become a place where people live in a way that is good for the environment and for everyone, now and in the future. They do this mainly by giving money (called grants) to projects that help make Wales more sustainable.
What is Sustainable Development?
Sustainable development means using our planet's resources, like water, forests, and clean air, in a smart way. It's about making sure we meet our needs today without making it harder for people in the future to meet their own needs. For example, it means using less energy, recycling more, and protecting nature so it can keep providing us with what we need.
Who is Part of Environment Wales?
Environment Wales is made up of several important groups that all care about the environment in Wales. These groups work together to share ideas and make a bigger difference.
Here are some of the groups that are part of Environment Wales:
- Cylch - Wales Community Recycling Network: This group helps communities in Wales recycle more and waste less.
- BTCV Cymru: They help people get involved in practical conservation work, like planting trees or looking after wildlife habitats.
- Groundwork Wales: This organisation helps improve local areas, often by creating green spaces and helping communities become more sustainable.
- Keep Wales Tidy: Their mission is to make Wales a cleaner, greener, and tidier place for everyone.
- The National Trust in Wales: They look after many beautiful and important places in Wales, including historic buildings, coastlines, and countryside.
- Wales Council for Voluntary Action: This group supports other voluntary organisations in Wales, helping them do their important work.
- West Wales Eco Centre: They help people learn about and live more sustainably, especially in West Wales.
- Wildlife Trusts Wales: This group works to protect wildlife and wild places across Wales.
How Environment Wales Helps
Environment Wales helps by giving grants to different projects. These projects might be about:
- Protecting nature: Like creating new habitats for animals or planting trees.
- Reducing waste: Helping communities recycle more or find new ways to reuse things.
- Using less energy: Supporting projects that encourage renewable energy or energy saving.
- Educating people: Teaching children and adults about how to live more sustainably.
By working together and supporting these projects, Environment Wales helps make sure that Wales remains a beautiful and healthy place for everyone, now and for many years to come.
