Renfrewshire Environmental Trust's Blog

The Soil Association has produced a report highlighting the threats from phosphates running out. Details at: http://www.soilassociation.org/News/NewsItem/tabid/91/smid/463/ArticleID/1435/reftab/494/t/New-threat-to-global-food-security-as-phosphate-supplies-become-increasingly-scarce/Default.aspx

It is necessary to support local food production which addressed these issues and promotes sustainable farming.  There are programmes skillled farmers and growers in adapating to climate change and developing organic food production. Supporting organic producers by purchasing organic goods whenever you can helps!

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The freezing weather is causing major disruption to services across Renfrewshire. Keeping warm and safe from the worst of the cold temperatures is essential.

For advice and support to help you get through the coming days and weeks of snow and ice, please refer to the following resources.

Age Concern Scotland – http://www.ageconcernandhelptheagedscotland.org.uk/need_our_help/keep_warm_winter

Direct Gov – http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Pensionsandretirementplanning/HomeAndCommunity/StayingInYourHome/DG_10026850

Coping with Winter Blues – http://www.ramh.org/Links.htm

Take care.

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There is a great opportunity to support fairtrade goods in the festive season. The Rainbow Turtle Shop in Paisley is selling a range of gift ideas including crafts, jewellery, stationery and hampers. Further information is available at: http://www.rainbowturtle.co.uk/

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There are 2 week volunteer and adventure programmes in The Amazon, Fiji and Africa – limited spaces available. For further details log on to: www.vesabroad.com

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The Scottish Wild Harvests Association was formed following a series of workshops and meetings run by Reforesting Scotland (http://www.reforestingscotland.org/projects/wild_harvests_sector_support.php)
People working in wild harvest busineses decided it would be in their interest to be part of a supportive group.
To learn more about its aims, please log to to the website at: www.scottishwildharvests.org.uk

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The Information about the Lochwinnoch Energy Action Plan is available at http://www.lochwinnoch.info/community/leap/

This is supported by the Lochwinnoch Millennium Events Group which was  successful in their bid for funding from the Climate Challenge Fund.

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