1. Environment Challenge 19 & 20 May Mini-Eden Project
Create an area for environmental education
in Kitts Green

2. Mini-Eden Project Kitts Green
A community led venture, supported by the carbon trust with many aims:
Creating an eco- friendly facility
promoting sustainable solutions to environmental problems
energy saving projects to reduce Kitts Greens carbon footprint
promotion of traditional wood working crafts
establishment of a tree nursery and a fruit orchard
growing of organic vegetables, bedding plants and herbs
Creating an environmental learning centre for visiting groups of local school children, some of whom have exclusion issues & supporting people with a range of learning difficulties
Providing training opportunities in practical skills e.g. horticulture, to help unemployed people gain skills in order to get jobs.
Establishing a centre for community outreach work, e.g. working with the wider community to promote understanding of environmental issues, e.g. energy saving

3. The difference we will make
If you decide to get involved with this challenge you could be enhancing this site by:
Creating a herb garden
Planting up a fruit orchard
Installing eco-friendly roof insulation
Lining a polytunnel

4. Now & how it could look

5. Now & how it could look

6. Preparation and training
The challenge will be hosted by CSV Environment who will go through Health & Safety and Risk Assessment with all volunteers
They will provide training and tools
Lunch will be provided by the Bangladeshi Women’s Resource Centre caterers
There will be shelter, toilet facilities & first aid kits on site
Transport will be provided to and from campus

7. Volunteering Leave
This opportunity is part of the Staff Volunteering Scheme.
which offers:
University supported volunteering accessible to all staff
Two days paid volunteering leave per year
Up to two additional days paid leave if matched by staff’s own annual leave contribution
Volunteer opportunities with local and national organisations
Community involvement
Staff able to contribute to development of the scheme

8. c.de-silva@aston.ac.uk ext 4604 Thank you!
If you would like more information or have any questions please contact me Chantal De-Silva Staff Volunteering Coordinator
ext Thank you!