Eco Open House team
Eco Open Houses event has been coordinated by:
Brighton & Hove City CouncilThe council’s Sustainability Team, based in the Policy Unit, works to mainstream sustainability across the council and city. Sharp focus on reducing carbon emissions involves working with schools, communities and employers; a new Climate Change Strategy will also focus on adaptation. More new work to tackle the ecological footprint of Brighton & Hove will help update the councils’ 2002 Sustainability Strategy and other key strategies. The Team works closely with City Planning to set high standards of sustainability in new development in the city.
Brighton Permaculture TrustBrighton Permaculture Trust promotes greener lifestyles and sustainable development through design. We run a range of courses and events, from an introduction to permaculture to an advanced diploma course and specific courses/events on green architecture, gardening and fruit growing. We also run projects in schools and manage orchards and a small fruit nursery at Stanmer Park, Brighton. Permaculture design is about practical ecological strategies for land, water, buildings, people and communities. It is based on the philosophy of co-operating with nature and caring for the earth and its peoples.
Low Carbon TrustThe Low Carbon Trust is a not-for-profit organisation formed in 2001 to set up, manage and promote environmental projects. Our main objective is tackling climate change through highlighting the connection between buildings and the carbon emissions resulting from their use. We do this by running innovative low-carbon construction projects, and training, outreach and education workshops. Our first project was the development of the Earthship Brighton project. After winning various awards, it is being showcased as one of the most innovative eco-buildings in Europe.