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Polar Bear takes small steps in Trafford

Snowy the polar bear says "Don't be a waster ... help to save energy!"

Alongside the roll-out of our community program in Trafford, AfSL is partnering with the council in a pilot project to support six primary schools in reducing their energy consumption. The project is based on the success of measures taken by staff and students at the award winning Woodheys Primary School in Sale and, thanks to the commitment and support of Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council (TMBC), 'A Few Small Steps' sets out to achieve ambitious targets that will both reduce th… [more about this project]

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The Lost Plot

The Lost Plot is an organic community allotment project started three years ago to encourage residents of Chorlton and the surrounding areas to get involved in food growing and community participation.


The Lost Plot was initiated by Action for Sustainable Living, involving local volunteers. The Lost Plot has been designed around the principles of permaculture.


The Lost Plot is a community group that works together to grow organic produce for the benefit of gr… [more about this project]

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Trafford Aims for Fairtrade Status

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Altrincham achieved Fairtrade Town status in 2006, but now wewant the whole borough to be recognised as a hotbed of ethical shopping.  Trafford is applying to become a FairtradeBorough and Trafford Council is asking foryour help. Sharman Frost, Senior Sustainability Officer at Trafford Council, isasking residents to send her the details of any local shops and businesses,which aren’t part of a nati… [more about this project]
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